18-Year-Old Madeline Ortiz Arrested, 12-Year-Old Injured in Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accident at Newhope Street [Santa Ana, CA]

18-Year-Old Madeline Ortiz Charged, 12-Year-Old Hospitalized in Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Crash at Newhope Street and McFadden Avenue

 
SANTA ANA, CA (October 19, 2023) — Madeline Ortiz faces charges following Wednesday’s hit-and-run pedestrian accident at New Hope Street and McFadden Avenue.
 
According to Santa Ana Police, the hit-and-run happened around 8:00 a.m. while the 12-year-old was walking near Fitz Intermediate Language Academy. For an unknown reason, 18-year-old Madeline Ortiz did not pull over after hitting the child who was walking to school.
 
Soon after, paramedics responded to the scene and rushed the victim to a hospital in critical condition. As of Wednesday, she was listed in stable condition following surgery.
 
As for Ortiz, police located her blue four-door sedan at a residence of interest and arrested her around 9:00 p.m., booking her for felony hit and run.
 
At this time, details are unclear. However, we will update this report once we receive more information.
 
During morning rush hour, slow down as you might find students crossing the street. Slow down in neighborhoods, school zones and high-traffic areas. Traveling at a controlled speed allows you to have better command of the wheel. Pedestrians should also be wary of their surroundings.

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