Vivian Lajoy Pope Killed in Hit-and-Run on Union Avenue [Bakersfield, CA]
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Vivian Lajoy Pope Killed in Hit-and-Run on Union Avenue [Bakersfield, CA]
Pedestrian Accident near 4th Street Left Woman Dead, Suspect Arrested
BAKERSFIELD, CA (August 23, 2022) – On Saturday night, Vivian Lajoy Pope died after a hit-and-run collision on Union Avenue.
The incident happened at around 9:47 p.m. in the 400 block of Union Avenue near 4th Street.
According to investigators, Pope was walking in the area outside of the crosswalk, when she was struck by a dark sedan. The collision left Pope with serious injuries. The driver of the sedan left the scene without rendering aid to the victim.
Emergency crews were dispatched to the site of the accident shortly after. They pronounced 56-year-old Pope from Bakersfield dead at the scene.
On September 6, Bakersfield officers managed to arrest the hit-and-run driver, identified as 25-year-old Oswaldo Juarez Arciniega.
Those with further information regarding the fatal Union Avenue accident are encouraged to contact Bakersfield Police Department at (661) 327-7111.
No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow felt during this delicate moment. Our deepest condolences and sympathies are with the family and friends of Vivian Lajoy Pope. May you find strength and comfort in the difficult days ahead.
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