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17-year-old and his father arrested in fatal hit-and-run that killed bicyclist in La Habra

Police seeking assistance in locating driver of white truck wanted for fatal hit-and-run in La Habra
Police seeking assistance in locating driver of white truck wanted for fatal hit-and-run in La Habra 00:23

Two suspects were arrested Monday in connection with a fatal hit-and-run in La Habra that occurred Sunday evening. 

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La Habra Police Department

The crash happened at around 4:40 p.m. on West La Habra Boulevard when the driver of a white truck struck a 53-year-old bicyclist before fleeing from the scene. 

The victim was rushed to a nearby hospital where he later succumbed to injuries sustained during the collision. 

Authorities were searching for the suspect's vehicle described as a white, extended cab Chevrolet Silverado with silver stock rims and a construction rack in the bed of the truck.

On Monday afternoon, La Habra Police Department located the truck in the 300 block of East Second Avenue. 

The suspect driver, a 17-year-old boy, was arrested for felony hit and run and possession of a stolen vehicle. His father, Mario Popsuc, 35, was arrested for possession of a stolen vehicle, and aiding and abetting in the collision. The two suspects are residents of La Habra.

According to police, tips from the public led to the discory of the vehicle.

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