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Hiram Argust Jr., 44, dies after being hit by car that fled the scene on Second Street in Long Beach, California

Modified Date: 
Mon, 12/05/2022 - 11:32am
Accident Date: 
Sunday, December 4, 2022

Man Struck and Killed By Hit-and-Run Vehicle in Long Beach

Officers dispatched at about 1 a.m. to the area of Second Street and Marina Drive regarding an injury traffic crash located the man lying in the eastbound lanes of Second Street suffering from critical injuries.

Man killed in hit-and-run crash in Long Beach

Authorities believe the pedestrian was struck by a vehicle while crossing in a marked crosswalk. The identity of the victim has been withheld pending notification of loved ones. 

Man Struck and Killed by Hit-and-Run Vehicle in Long Beach

The vehicle was going eastbound on Second Street, and as it crossed the bridge from Appian Way, it struck a man who was crossing Second Street, northbound outside a marked crosswalk, according to the Long Beach Police Department.

Authorities ID Man Struck and Killed By Hit-and-Run Vehicle in Long Beach

The vehicle was eastbound on Second Street about 1 a.m. Sunday when it hit the man, who was crossing outside a marked crosswalk near Marina Drive, according to the Long Beach Police Department.

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Type: Pedestrian Accident
Topics: 
Hit and Run
People Involved: 
Hiram Argust Jr.
Roadway: 
Second Street
City: 
Long Beach, CA
County: 
Los Angeles County, CA
Area: 
Los Angeles, CA