The pedestrian was reportedly hit by a vehicle driven by a 77-year-old man
Oakley, CA.- A woman was killed in a car accident in Oakley on Thursday morning, according to the Oakley Police Department.
The incident took place on Main Street and Ramos Ranch Road at about 9:55 a.m. March 27.
The pedestrian was reportedly hit by a vehicle driven by a 77-year-old man.
The victim died at the scene of the crash.
The driver left the scene after the accident but later returned.
The driver was taken to a hospital with unspecified injuries.
Authorities reported that medical impairment is suspected to have played a role in the accident.
The investigation is ongoing.
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