Huntington Beach Man Pronounced Dead after Bicycle Collision near Santa Maria Street

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA (May 21, 2024) – Sunday morning, Antonio Huerta was fatally struck in a hit-and-run bicycle crash on Slater Avenue.

Around 7:00 a.m., police officers responded to the scene near Santa Maria Street.

Responding officers learned that an eastbound vehicle veered into the bicycle lane and hit the victim. However, the driver did not pull over and fled the scene before authorities arrived. 

Paramedics took the bicyclist to a local hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries on Monday. Fountain Valley Officials identified the deceased victim as 52-year-old Huerta, of Huntington Beach. 

Authorities have not released any additional information about the suspect or the suspect’s vehicle at this time. Officers are asking those who witnessed the fatal hit-and-run to contact local police as soon as possible.

Our law firm sends out our heartfelt sympathies to the friends and family of Antonio Huerta who are grieving over the loss of their loved one.

Losing someone in a hit-and-run bicycle crash is always a traumatic experience for the surviving family. Let us help you through the legal process so that you can focus on the welfare of your family. Call us today at 1-844-363-7713 to arrange a free and confidential case evaluation.