Perfecto Delgado Garcia Killed in Pedestrian Accident on Polk Street [Sylmar, CA]

Perfecto Delgado Garcia Killed in Pedestrian Accident on Polk Street [Sylmar, CA]

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Perfecto Delgado Garcia Killed in Pedestrian Accident on Polk Street [Sylmar, CA]

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SYLMAR, CA (September 13, 2023) – Monday night, Perfecto Delgado Garcia was killed in a pedestrian accident on Polk Street.

Authorities responded to the scene around 8:40 p.m., near Norris Avenue on August 9th.

Per reports, the driver of a blue or green Ford Explorer SUV struck a pedestrian who was crossing in a southern direction. There, the driver struck a pedestrian and immediately fled the scene.

Dispatchers arrived and transported 73-year-old Garcia to a nearby hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries.

Following preliminary duties, police have not provided any description of the driver who fled the scene. Moreover, neighbors in the area deemed the intersection to be dangerous, especially during the evening due to the lack of lighting. 

No further details regarding the Polk Street pedestrian crash have been released to the public. Those with additional information about the fatal incident are encouraged to contact the Valley Traffic Division Detectives at 818-644-8114.


Our warm and sincerest sympathies go out to the friends and family of Perfecto Delgado Garcia. May the loving memories of your loved one and the love of your family give you strength in the days ahead.


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