Teen arrested for 3 hit-and-run crashes in Huntington Beach.
Teenage Boy Arrested in Connection with String of Hit-and-Run Attacks
HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif.—A teenage boy was taken into custody on September 13th in connection with a series of alleged hit-and-run attacks in Huntington Beach, including one that tragically resulted in the death of a man.
The suspect, whose identity remains undisclosed due to his age, was apprehended at approximately 9 p.m. on September 12th, according to Jessica Cuchilla, a spokesperson for the Huntington Beach Police Department. He has been booked into Orange County Juvenile Hall on charges of murder and assault with a deadly weapon.
According to Ms. Cuchilla, the incident was first reported on September 10th around 10:30 p.m. when a motorist intentionally sideswiped a bicyclist at the intersection of Brad Drive and Edwards Street.
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While authorities were still at the scene of the first collision, where the victim sustained minor injuries, another report came in about a bicyclist being struck at the intersection of Heil Avenue and Springdale Street. Tragically, the victim, identified as 70-year-old Steven Gonzales of Huntington Beach, succumbed to his injuries.
Later that evening, another victim contacted the police, stating that they were riding their bike at Warner Avenue and Edwards Street when they were also hit by a hit-and-run vehicle. Fortunately, this victim only suffered minor injuries.
The police located a black Toyota four-door car believed to be involved in the attacks, which ultimately led to the arrest of the teenage suspect.
If you have any additional information regarding these incidents, please contact 714-375-5066. Anonymous tips can also be provided to OC Crime Stoppers at 855-TIP-OCCS.
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