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AUBURN, Calif.— The California Highway Patrol (CHP) has arrested the suspect involved in a fatal hit-and-run crash that occurred on Interstate 80 near Clipper Gap on May 26.
On May 26, at approximately 11:12 p.m., CHP officers responded to a major injury crash on Interstate 80 east of Clipper Gap. Preliminary investigation determined that a commercial motor vehicle traveling westbound collided with the center divider, causing its trailer to separate and enter the eastbound lanes. The trailer subsequently collided with a Ford F-150 traveling eastbound.
The driver of the Ford F-150 died as a result of the crash. Following the crash, the driver of the commercial vehicle fled the scene on foot.
Through the investigation, CHP investigators identified the suspect as Robert Bell, 60, of Stockton, Calif. On June 18, Bell was located and arrested in Martinez, Calif., following a coordinated effort by members of the Placer County Regional Auto Theft Task Force (RATTF) and the Auburn CHP Area office. Bell was transported to the Placer County Main Jail, where he was booked on charges of felony hit and run and vehicular manslaughter.
“This arrest represents the tireless dedication of our investigators and allied law enforcement partners to seek justice for the victim and their family,” said Captain Andy Beasley, commander of the CHP Auburn Area. “We are grateful for the assistance provided by the community and proud of the collaborative efforts of the Placer County RATTF and Auburn CHP personnel that led to the successful apprehension of Mr. Bell.”
Anyone with additional information related to this crash is encouraged to contact the CHP Auburn Area office at (530) 401-9910.
The mission of the CHP is to provide the highest level of Safety, Service, and Security.
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