Rocklin cyclist killed from a hit-n-run in Fair Oaks... v.apprehended
09-16-09, 03:34 PM
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Rocklin cyclist killed from a hit-n-run in Fair Oaks... v.apprehended
The cyclist was a friend of a friend, and I just found out this morning. 
(Sorry if this is a repost, I searched first).
https://www.sacbee.com/static/weblogs...ir-oaks-m.html
September 8, 2009
CHP: Fair Oaks man arrested after cyclist killed in hit-and-run crash
From Chelsea Phua:
A 32-year-old Rocklin bicyclist died in a hit-and-run crash Monday night and authorities have arrested a 22-year-old Fair Oaks man suspected of hitting him, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Authorities said Thomas Sorci was eastbound on a blue GT mountain bicycle on Madison Avenue just east of Lincoln Oaks Drive about 8:25 p.m. when he rode into the path of a green 1993 Toyota Tercel driven by Marvin Hernandez, who was eastbound on Madison driving about 45 mph, CHP officials said.
Sorci was thrown from his bicycle and struck the roadway.
Officials said immediately after the collision, Hernandez stopped and removed the bicycle from under his vehicle before fleeing the scene in his vehicle. A citizen followed Hernandez and helped authorities capture him.
Hernandez does not have a California drivers' license. He was booked in Sacramento County jail on suspicion of felony hit-and-run and being an unlicensed driver.
Sorci was not wearing a helmet and was taken to Mercy San Juan Medical Center, where he died.
Authorities said alcohol or drugs do not appear to be contributing factors in the crash.
(Sorry if this is a repost, I searched first). https://www.sacbee.com/static/weblogs...ir-oaks-m.html
September 8, 2009
CHP: Fair Oaks man arrested after cyclist killed in hit-and-run crash
From Chelsea Phua:
A 32-year-old Rocklin bicyclist died in a hit-and-run crash Monday night and authorities have arrested a 22-year-old Fair Oaks man suspected of hitting him, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Authorities said Thomas Sorci was eastbound on a blue GT mountain bicycle on Madison Avenue just east of Lincoln Oaks Drive about 8:25 p.m. when he rode into the path of a green 1993 Toyota Tercel driven by Marvin Hernandez, who was eastbound on Madison driving about 45 mph, CHP officials said.
Sorci was thrown from his bicycle and struck the roadway.
Officials said immediately after the collision, Hernandez stopped and removed the bicycle from under his vehicle before fleeing the scene in his vehicle. A citizen followed Hernandez and helped authorities capture him.
Hernandez does not have a California drivers' license. He was booked in Sacramento County jail on suspicion of felony hit-and-run and being an unlicensed driver.
Sorci was not wearing a helmet and was taken to Mercy San Juan Medical Center, where he died.
Authorities said alcohol or drugs do not appear to be contributing factors in the crash.
09-16-09, 03:49 PM
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My condolences to Sorci's family.
That really sucks. I hope they send the perp up the river for a good long time.
That really sucks. I hope they send the perp up the river for a good long time.
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Terrible. What is the speed limit on that part of Madison? I don't live in the area anymore, but I remember it being 50 on some parts.
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I think it's only 40 in that part but most people hover about 60... This totally sucks! 
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Crap, that really sucks. It's dangerous out on the streets. When I hear stories like this it makes me want to stay on the mtb trails more.
Hope he goes away for a very long time.
And with the prisons impacted...and these stupid prison reforms being passed that let the "not so dangerous criminals go free" he probably won't serve as much time as he should. And that makes me more mad.
Glad the witness followed the perp so at least there could be some justice.
Hope he goes away for a very long time.
And with the prisons impacted...and these stupid prison reforms being passed that let the "not so dangerous criminals go free" he probably won't serve as much time as he should. And that makes me more mad.
Glad the witness followed the perp so at least there could be some justice.
