Hit-and-Run Crash on Giddings Street Kills 1 [Visalia, CA]

Hit-and-Run in Visalia Claims Life of Woman

Visalia, CA (January 19, 2026) — Early Sunday morning, a woman was killed after a hit-and-run crash on Giddings Street in Visalia, California.

Police responded to the intersection of Giddings Street and Howard Avenue following reports that a vehicle struck a pedestrian and fled the scene. When officers arrived, they found the woman lying in the roadway, while the driver had already left the area.

Paramedics transported the victim to a local hospital, where she later died from her injuries. The Visalia Police Department’s Traffic Unit is handling the investigation, and the cause of the crash remains under review.

Sweet Lawyers extends heartfelt condolences to the family and loved ones of the victim. We hope they find strength, comfort, and support during this difficult time.

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