400 block of Bannon Street•Saturday, October 24, 2026

One man is dead after a hit and run in Sacramento, sheriff says

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Key Facts

Location

400 block of Bannon Street

Date & Time

Saturday, October 24, 2026 (about 4:45 a.m.)

Roads / Highways

Bannon Street, Richards Boulevard

Vehicles Involved

unknown

Injuries Reported

life threatening injuries

Fatalities

1

Responding Agencies

Sacramento Sheriff's Office

News Sources

1 source

These details are from publicly available news coverage and may not include every fact in the official police report.

Full Incident Report

Deputies said the other involved driver was not found at the scene, and the Major Collisions Investigation Unit is investigating.

SACRAMENTO, CA - October 24, 2026

A pedestrian was killed early Saturday after being hit by a vehicle near the 400 block of Bannon Street in Sacramento, according to the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office. Deputies reported that the man had life-threatening injuries when they arrived, and he died at the scene despite lifesaving efforts.

Key Facts

  • Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
  • Location: 400 block of Bannon Street, south of Richards Boulevard, Sacramento, California
  • Type of crash: Pedestrian struck by a vehicle; the incident has been described as a hit-and-run
  • Vehicles involved: Vehicle type not reported
  • Injuries / fatalities: One fatality (adult man, pedestrian)
  • Responding agencies: Sacramento County Sheriff's Office
  • Reported by: KCRA

Crash Overview

Around 4:45 a.m., deputies were dispatched after a report that a pedestrian had been struck by a vehicle near the 400 block of Bannon Street, which lies to the south of Richards Boulevard. When deputies arrived, they found an adult man with life-threatening injuries. Lifesaving measures were attempted, but he was pronounced dead at the scene.

Deputies found that the other involved driver was no longer present when they arrived. The driver has not been located, and no suspect information has been released. The incident has been described by the sheriff's office as a hit-and-run.

The sheriff's Major Collisions Investigation Unit and crime scene investigators are looking into the crash. As of the reporting, few other details have been made public.

People Involved

  • Pedestrian: An adult man with life-threatening injuries who was pronounced dead at the scene. No age or name has been reported.
  • Other involved driver: Not located as of the reporting. No further details were provided.

News Coverage (1 Source)

KCRA•Oct 24, 2026

One man is dead after a hit and run in Sacramento, sheriff says

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If You Were Involved

1

Seek medical attention

Even if you feel fine, some injuries may not be immediately apparent.

2

Document everything

Take photos, gather witness information, and keep all medical records.

3

Get the police report

This is crucial for insurance claims and any legal action.

4

Know your rights

Don't speak to insurance adjusters without understanding your rights first.

5

Consult an attorney

Many offer free consultations to review your case.

Getting the Official Crash Report

The official report is written by the law-enforcement agency that handled the crash. Our California guide explains who keeps crash reports in California, how to request a copy, and where the official request pages are.

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Why the Official Report Matters

The official accident report documents key facts—who was involved, where and when it happened, the officer's fault determination, and witness statements. Insurance companies rely on it to process claims.

Without this report, proving fault becomes significantly harder. Even if you don't plan to file a lawsuit, having the official record protects you if the other party's insurance disputes your account.

Disclaimer: This information is compiled from publicly available news sources and may be incomplete or updated as investigations continue. For official records, contact the law-enforcement agency that handled the crash.

Last updated: October 24, 2026 at 7:42 PM