hit-and-run
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Jose Melesio, 65, was killed in a hit-and-run incident around 3:10 a.m. on April 27, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026
The MIB said someone in the UK was affected by uninsured or hit-and-run drivers every 20 minutes, with one person each day suffering life-altering injuries.
From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026
"I think tobacco companies are hit-and-run offenders. A car caused a traffic accident. Many people were injured and killed. But the driver fled the scene," he said after the verdict.
From Barron's • Jan. 15, 2026
Still, a medical examiner initially ruled Smith’s death the result of a hit-and-run.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 15, 2025
Sherrie and Janice conducted hit-and-run seminars on the practice, usually after a new crop of volunteers came on.
From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee
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