Richard Smith Killed in Hit-and-Run on Newport Boulevard [Costa Mesa, CA]

Richard Smith Killed in Hit-and-Run on Newport Boulevard [Costa Mesa, CA]

Man Thrown from Wheelchair, Killed in Collision on Industrial Way

COSTA MESA, CA (January 28, 2022) – A hit-and-run crash on Newport Boulevard claimed the life of Richard Smith Thursday night.

Officers responded to the scene around 11:30 p.m., between Newport Boulevard and Industrial Way.

Per police records, the driver of a 2009-2010 black Toyota Highlander struck the male the pedestrian and immediately fled the scene. 50-year-old Smith, of Newport Beach succumbed to his injuries at the hospital after sustaining significant injuries.

Meanwhile, police are asking anyone who can identify the driver of a 2009-2010 black Toyota Highlander. Investigators claimed that the suspect’s vehicle received front-end damage after the collision.

Costa Mesa Officials are asking anyone with information about the hit-and-run to contact Luis Gomez at (714) 745-5264.

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 Richard Smith.

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