Traffic Accident near Elder Court Left 48-Year-Old Man Dead

SACRAMENTO, CA (August 25, 2022) – Saturday morning, police responded to a hit-and-run crash on La Mancha Way that killed Richard Albert Tam.

The incident happened on August 20th, shortly after midnight, according to initial reports.

Officers responded to the area and found one man lying on the highway with major injuries.

Furthermore, emergency crews from the Sacramento Fire Department rushed the man to a nearby hospital but he later died due to the extent of his injuries. The man was later identified as 48-year-old Richard Albert Tam of Sacramento.

Meanwhile, the other involved vehicle fled the scene before authorities arrived.

Both directions of the roadway were temporarily closed to allow for cleanup and preliminary duties.

Police are encouraging any witnesses to provide helpful information and call 916-808-5471 or Sacramento Valley Crime Stoppers at 916-443-4357. An active investigation into the fatal hit-and-run on La Mancha Way is currently underway.

Sweet James sends out their heartfelt sympathies to the friends and family of Richard Albert Tam who are grieving over the loss of their loved one.

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