CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – Champaign Police are investigating a fatal pedestrian crash that occurred on the 500 block of N. Market Street at 6:03 p.m. on March 4. Upon arrival, officers found a 58-year-old man suffering from severe injuries. Despite receiving immediate medical assistance from the Champaign Fire Department, the man succumbed to his injuries shortly after being transported to the hospital.
The vehicle involved in the crash was initially not on the scene, prompting authorities to shut down the 500 block of N. Market Street to investigate the incident as a hit-and-run. At 7:45 p.m., 36-year-old Fernando Lorenzo-Raymundo voluntarily came to the Champaign Police Department to speak with investigators. After an interview, Lorenzo-Raymundo was cited for driving with a suspended license, driving without insurance, and leaving the scene of an accident. He was arrested for leaving the scene of a fatal crash, and his vehicle was impounded.
The 500 block of N. Market Street remained closed until approximately midnight for the investigation, and traffic has since resumed as normal. Although an arrest has been made, the investigation remains ongoing.
Champaign Police are asking residents and business owners in the area with exterior surveillance cameras to contact the department. Additional information can be shared by calling 217-351-4545. Those wishing to remain anonymous may submit tips to Crime Stoppers at 217-373-8477, online at 373tips.com, or through the “P3 Tips” mobile app.