Fatal Pedestrian Hit-and-Run on 800 East in Spanish Fork, UT
SPANISH FORK, Utah County, Utah, Nov. 6, 2026 — A 25-year-old man was critically injured on Wednesday evening, November 4, when a vehicle struck him near the intersection of 800 East and 300 North in Spanish Fork and then left the scene.
The man was walking with three other people near the intersection just before 6 p.m. when he was hit while nearly finished crossing the roadway, according to the Spanish Fork Police Department. The vehicle involved is reportedly a white van, though that description has not been confirmed as final, and it fled before officers arrived.
Paramedics took the man to a nearby hospital by ambulance. He remains listed in critical condition, according to the department.
Investigators say they have obtained home security footage of the crash and are continuing to review it. The Spanish Fork Police Department is asking anyone with information to call 801-804-4700 and reference case number 26SF10110.
We hope those who were hurt recover fully and quickly.
Local Crash Information for Spanish Fork, UT
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does the speed of the vehicle affect a pedestrian's chances of survival?
Yes. Pedestrians hit at higher speeds are far more likely to suffer serious or fatal injuries than those hit at lower speeds, since the force of impact increases sharply as speed rises.
Where do most pedestrian crashes happen?
Many pedestrian crashes occur at or near intersections and crosswalks, though a meaningful number also happen when a vehicle leaves a travel lane or a driver fails to see someone crossing outside a marked crossing.
Are pedestrians at greater risk after dark?
Visibility drops sharply at night, and crashes involving pedestrians are commonly reported more frequently in evening and nighttime hours than during daylight.
What should someone do after being hit by a vehicle?
If possible, call 911 immediately, try not to move if injury is suspected, and seek medical evaluation even if injuries seem minor, since some injuries are not immediately apparent. Reporting the crash to police and keeping record of any available witness or camera footage can also help the investigation.
