Yolanda Ruiz Pronounced Dead after Fatal Hit-and-Run near Tulare Avenue

VISALIA, CA (October 24, 2022) – Wednesday night, Adrianna Watters was arrested after fatally striking Yolanda Ruiz on Mooney Boulevard.

The deadly collision happened around 9:00 p.m., near Tulare Avenue in Visalia. Dispatchers responded to the scene shortly after receiving multiple calls in the area.

Per reports, Watters was driving a vehicle when she struck Ruiz at the intersection. Following the impact, Watters left the scene without rendering aid to the victim.

Medics arrived and transported the severely injured pedestrian to a local hospital where she later died.

The driver of the involved vehicle, 22-year-old Adrianna Watters, turned herself into the police shortly after. Police officers later booked Adrianna Watters for felony hit-and-run.

Emergency crews closed off the surrounding area for a brief time during cleanup and preliminary duties before it was later reopened. 

Those with further information are encouraged to contact Visalia officials as soon as possible. Once available, more details will be provided.

Our warm and sincerest sympathies go out to the friends and family of Yolanda Ruiz. May you find comfort and strength during this difficult time.

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