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FAIR OAKS, Sacramento County, Calif., Nov. 12, 2026 — A pedestrian died on Tuesday night, November 10, after a hit-and-run crash on Sunrise Boulevard in Fair Oaks. The California Highway Patrol said the man was struck near the intersection with Winding Way.
Officers responded to a call around 9:19 p.m. reporting a man lying in the roadway on Sunrise Boulevard at Winding Way. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Officials described him as between 30 and 40 years old; no name has been released.
The CHP said the man was hit by a light-colored sedan, possibly a silver or gray Nissan Altima, which was last seen heading southbound on Sunrise Boulevard before leaving the scene. The driver has not been identified, and the case remains under investigation.
The crash forced the closure of southbound Sunrise Boulevard between Winding Way and Fair Oaks Boulevard for several hours. The road has since reopened. Investigators are still working to locate the vehicle and driver involved.
Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of the person who died.
Intersection Safety in California
The fatal crash was reported at Sunrise Boulevard and Winding Way in Fair Oaks. Our California intersection resource page covers intersection crashes across California.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can drivers do to avoid hitting someone walking nearby?
Slowing down near intersections and crosswalks, scanning both sides of the road, and staying off phones while driving give drivers more time to spot and react to people on foot, especially after dark.
What injuries do pedestrians typically suffer when hit by a vehicle?
Common injuries include broken bones, head and spinal trauma, and internal injuries. Severity usually depends on the vehicle's speed and where the impact occurs.
What usually causes pedestrian crashes?
Frequent factors include drivers failing to yield, low visibility at night, distracted or impaired driving, and pedestrians crossing outside marked crosswalks.
Does vehicle speed change a pedestrian's chances of survival?
Yes. The faster a vehicle is traveling at impact, the lower the likelihood a pedestrian survives or avoids serious injury, which is why speed limits in populated areas matter.
