Fullerton, CA (July 21, 2026) – One person was hurt in a hit-and-run reported on July 20 at the intersection of E Chapman Avenue and Commonwealth Avenue in Fullerton.
According to available CHP dispatch information, the call came in around 1:15 p.m. Emergency units were sent to the intersection after reports of a driver leaving the roadway without stopping following the crash. The extent of the person’s injuries has not been released.
Additional details about the accident had not been made public as of this report.
The cause of the hit-and-run remains under investigation as more information is gathered.
We hope the person who was hurt makes a full and speedy recovery.
What Happens After a Hit-and-Run Crash?
A hit-and-run occurs when a driver leaves without stopping to provide assistance or exchange information as required by law. Early reports commonly contain only basic details while investigators work to identify the vehicle involved and determine what led to the crash.
Evidence may include surveillance footage, traffic camera footage, witness statements, vehicle debris, and physical markings on the roadway. Damage patterns on the vehicles can also help establish how the collision occurred. As more information becomes available, updates may include descriptions of the fleeing vehicle, the identities of those involved, and the extent of any injuries. Gathering accurate evidence early can clarify the sequence of events and support efforts to locate the driver who left the scene.
