Selma, CA: Man Killed in DUI Hit-and-Run Collision at Floral Avenue and A Street
Selma Crash at Floral Avenue and A Street Left Male Party Dead
Selma, California (April 1, 2021) – A man died following a suspected DUI hit-and-run traffic accident at an intersection in Selma Tuesday morning.
The fatal crash happened near the intersection of Floral Avenue and A Street at about 1:00 a.m.
A Honda Accord driven by 26-year-old Lizbeth Romero-Resendez hit a Chevy Tahoe near the intersection in the morning hours.
Romero-Resendez, a Parlier woman resident, was intoxicated at the time of the collision.
The SUV, which was unoccupied at the time, acquired major damage upon impact.
Selma Car Crash Kills 1 Person
A male passenger riding in the back seat of the Accord sustained major injuries in the crash. He later died at the hospital while undergoing treatment.
Police said Lizbeth and another woman abandoned the Honda and hid behind a gate of a house near Floral and E Street.
They were later located and taken to an area hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.
Officers arrested Romero-Resendez on vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated, hit-and-run, and DUI.
The accident remains under investigation.
Tips on What to do after a Car Accident in California
- Always stop and remain at the scene.
- Check if you or your passengers have been injured. In case someone is hurt, call emergency services or ask someone else to help.
- Get to safety – If your car is drivable, move it to a safe area. If it’s not, turn your hazard lights on and set up flares.
- Call 911 to report the accident.
- Never discuss or admit fault. Instead, wait for a police officer and insurance companies representatives to figure out the fault.
- Document the accident and exchange information with other drivers.
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