Mario Popsuc Arrested after Fatal Bicycle Crash on La Habra Boulevard [La Habra, CA]
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Mario Popsuc Arrested after Fatal Bicycle Crash on La Habra Boulevard [La Habra, CA]
Hit-and-Run Driver Arrested Following Deadly Bicycle Collision near Walnut Street
LA HABRA, CA (August 22, 2022) – Mario Popsuc and his 17-year-old son were arrested after a fatal hit-and-run crash on La Habra Boulevard.
The collision occurred around 4:45 p.m., in the 500 block of West La Habra Boulevard. Dispatchers responded to the scene near Walnut Street shortly after.
According to reports, the driver of a white pickup-truck struck a bicyclist under unknown circumstances. Upon impact, the cyclist suffered life-threatening injuries. Paramedics then took the 53-year-old man to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
In addition, the driver of the pickup-truck fled the scene without rendering aid to the victim. Police later identified the driver as the son of 35-year-old Mario Popsuc. As a result, police arrested the 17-year-old boy for felony hit and run and possession of a stolen vehicle.
Meanwhile his father, 35-year-old Popsuc, was arrested for possessing a stolen vehicle and aiding and abetting in the collision.
At this time, La Habra authorities continue to investigate the hit-and-run crash and urge anyone with information to contact them at 562-383-4305.
Our team would like to send our sincere condolences to the friends and family of the deceased victim. May you find comfort and strength during this difficult time.
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