A tragic hit-and-run collision early Thursday morning, May 30, 2024, resulted in the death of a motorcyclist in Jurupa Valley.
According to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department, the fatal incident occurred around 3:40 a.m. at the intersection of Limonite Avenue and Pacific Avenue.
The victim was traveling on Limonite Avenue when a vehicle struck him and his motorcycle, and he immediately fleeing the scene. The impact threw the rider onto the roadway, causing severe injuries.
Emergency responders rushed the victim to a regional trauma center, but he succumbed to his injuries shortly after arriving. The victim’s identity, including his name, age, and origin, has not been released.
A preliminary investigation led authorities to identify and detain the hit-and-run vehicle and its driver within Jurupa Valley. It is not immediately known if the suspect, whose name remains undisclosed, was arrested.
The involvement of alcohol, drugs, or speed in the incident remains unclear. No further details are available at this time.
Anyone with information regarding this fatal hit-and-run accident is urged to contact the authorities at 951-955-2600.