Last Updated on May 27, 2018 by CCAR Staff
San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department deputies are asking for the public’s help in locating a 35-year-old man suspected of fleeing after a two-vehicle collision that left his passenger injured and partially ejected from the vehicle.
About 9:20 p.m., May 25, Jorge Galvan of Whittier was driving his white 1974 Chevrolet pick-up truck with a passenger when he struck a semi truck at Sycamore Street and Balsam Avenue in Hesperia, authorities said.
Deputies from the the sheriff’s Hesperia station responded to the collision.
Sign up for our breaking news email newsletter: When major local news happens, you will be the first to know. Subscribe here.
Galvan fled the scene on foot, the Sheriff’s Department said. His vehicle was recovered by deputies at the scene. Investigators have obtained a warrant for his arrest.
Galvan’s last known address is in the Whittier area, and it is believed he may have been helped back to that area from the High Desert, deputies said in a news release.
Evidence from the scene confirmed Galvan sustained injuries to his face and upper body, which will likely require medical attention, deputies said.
Anyone with information regarding the incident or the location of Jorge Galvan was asked to contact the Hesperia station at 760-947-1500.
