A tragic incident occurred in West Sacramento yesterday evening when a skateboarder was fatally struck by a vehicle. West Sacramento Police reported that the collision happened around 7:03 p.m. near the intersection of Tower Bridge Gateway and Fifth Street, as reported by KCRA.
Emergency responders at the scene pronounced the skateboarder dead. The driver remained on-site and is cooperating with the investigation. Traffic was disrupted, and police advised motorists to use alternate routes due to partial road closures, as reported by FOX40.
The West Sacramento Police Department has not yet identified the victim, pending notification of next of kin. The investigation is ongoing, and it is unclear if any charges will be filed against the driver. Residents can expect traffic disruptions in the area as officials complete their investigation.