63-Year-Old Man Pronounced Dead after Pedestrian Collision near Truelson Avenue

HEMET, CA (February 13, 2023) Richie Thomas died Tuesday night in a pedestrian collision on eastbound Winchester Road. The incident occurred at approximately 6:45 p.m., just west of Truelson Avenue.

Reports indicate that a person on foot was trying to cross the highway when a vehicle collided with them. Despite attempts to save their life, the pedestrian passed away at the scene. The Riverside County Coroner’s Bureau has since named the deceased individual as 63-year-old Thomas from Hemet.

Additional information about the pedestrian accident on Winchester Road has not been disclosed to the public at this moment. Hemet Officials will share further details when they become available.


Sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Richie Thomas. Thoughts are with them during this very difficult time.


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