Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run on Geer Road identified as Turlock man

The pedestrian who died in a hit-and-run collision on Monday night has been identified by the Stanislaus County Coroner’s Office.

William Hanson, 36, of Turlock, was hit by a white SUV that was traveling south in the 1200 block of Geer Road around 11:44 p.m.

Turlock police Sgt. Mike Parmley said it is unclear what Hanson was doing in the roadway. He died at the scene from his injuries.

No other information about the SUV or driver was available Wednesday.

Anyone who witnessed the collision or has information on the vehicle or driver is urged to call officer Richard Fortado at 209-664-7399 or the Turlock Police Department’s tip line at 209-668-5550, ext. 6780, or tpdtipline@turlock.ca.us.