9-Year-Old Girl Killed, Man Seriously Injured in Fatal Oak Park Hit-and-Run Crash

9-Year-Old Girl Killed, Man Seriously Injured in Fatal Oak Park Hit-and-Run Crash

A 9-year-old girl was killed and a man suffered serious injuries following fatal Oak Park hit-and-run crash in the Sacramento neighborhood on Thursday evening, June 11, 2026, according to the Sacramento Police Department.

Crash Involved Vehicle and Minibike

Police said officers responded shortly before 8 p.m. to reports of a hit-and-run crash near the intersection of 36th Street and 19th Avenue. Preliminary information indicates the collision involved a vehicle and a minibike.

When officers arrived, they located a 9-year-old girl and an adult man who had been injured in the crash. Both victims were transported to a local hospital for emergency medical treatment.

Child Succumbs to Injuries

Despite life-saving efforts, the young girl later died from her injuries. Authorities said the adult male sustained serious injuries but is expected to survive.

The identities of the victims have not yet been released.

Driver Fled the Scene

According to investigators, the driver involved in the collision fled the area before officers arrived. Police are actively investigating the crash and working to identify and locate the driver responsible.

Road closures were implemented around 36th Street and 19th Avenue as investigators processed the scene and collected evidence.

Investigation Continues

The circumstances leading up to the collision remain under investigation. Sacramento police are asking anyone with information about the crash or the fleeing vehicle to contact the department.

The Serious Consequences of Hit-and-Run Collisions

Hit-and-run crashes often leave victims and their families facing devastating physical, emotional, and financial challenges. California law requires drivers involved in collisions to stop, render aid, and exchange information. Fleeing the scene can delay emergency medical treatment and may result in serious criminal penalties.

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Why Hiring a Personal Injury Attorney Can Help

Families who lose a loved one in a traffic collision and individuals who suffer serious injuries may have legal rights to pursue compensation. An experienced personal injury attorney can help investigate the crash, identify responsible parties, preserve critical evidence, and seek recovery for medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and wrongful death damages.

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