Man arrested after fatal hit and run in Nipomo

NIPOMO, Calif. (KEYT) – Santa Maria Police arrested a 30-year-old man for a fatal hit and run after he hit a pedestrian before midnight at the Bunny Avenue and Blosser Road intersection on Saturday.

First responders tried to revive the 46-year-old Nipomo woman who got hit but ruled her dead at the scene, according to the SMPD.

SMPD officers continued an investigation after the driver immediately fled and later found the suspect's car.

SMPD officers then contacted the driver and arrested him on multiple felony charges. Those with more information on the investigation are asked to call the following number.