13-Year-Old Xavier Castillo Seriously Injured in Friant Hit-and-Run Crash [Friant, CA]

Friant, CA (February 9, 2026) – 13-year-old Xavier Castillo was injured following a Friant hit-and-run crash on Thursday.

Castillo was riding his scooter on January 29 when he was hit by a vehicle.

As a result, the victim sustained broken bones in his leg and fractures to his hands.

Witnesses said the driver exited the vehicle but then drove off.

According to the authorities, the collision happened in an area without surveillance cameras, which complicates locating the suspect.

Meanwhile, anyone with details on this incident was asked to contact CHP.

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