– Salem hit-and-run victim dies after incident
– Salem hit-and-run victim succumbs to injuries later on.
Accident – Death – Obituary News :
A tragic incident occurred in Salem, Oregon, as a man was struck by a truck in a hit-and-run accident and later succumbed to his injuries. The incident took place on May 5th on Rickey Street Southeast, prompting a swift response from police and medical personnel.
The victim, identified as Randall Dale Wilson, aged 75, was crossing the street when he was hit by a truck that fled the scene, leaving him in critical condition. Emergency services rushed him to a nearby hospital before transferring him to a hospital in Portland. Tragically, Wilson passed away three days later due to the severity of his injuries.
Following the hit-and-run, authorities launched an investigation to identify the driver responsible for the tragic incident. Their efforts led to the arrest of Ramiro Gabriel Herrera, aged 63, who was apprehended at his residence on the same day. Herrera has been charged with failure to perform the duties of a driver, and the case is ongoing.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of road safety and responsible driving. It has also reignited discussions about the need for stricter enforcement of traffic laws to prevent such tragedies from occurring in the future.
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Salem hit-and-run victim dies
Victim of Salem hit-and-run dies later.