John Hughes Killed in Oakdale Hit-and-Run Accident on Highway 120
John Hughes ID’d as Person Killed in Oakdale Pedestrian Crash on Highway 120
Oakdale, California (February 11, 2020) – The pedestrian who was struck and killed by an alleged DUI hit-and-run driver in the area of Oakdale Monday evening has been identified by the authorities.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the fatal pedestrian crash took place at about 6:45 p.m. on February 10, on Highway 120.
As per the report, John Hughes, 61, of Newman was walking north on the side of the highway when he was struck by a northbound Chevrolet pickup driven by 28-year-old Matthew Keith.
Keith did not stop to render aid to the victim. Reportedly, the suspect contacted the police at around 9:30 p.m. after he heard of the crash on social media.
John Hughes Hit and Killed by DUI Driver on Highway 120
Hughes died at a local hospital where he was admitted after the wreck.
Police arrested Keith on suspicion of DUI and hit-and-run.
The investigation is ongoing.
If you would like a free copy of the police report, please contact the Pacific Attorney Group. Click to call: 866-803-6502.
