September 23, 2024 Harris's Failings

Illegal immigrant reportedly accused in fatal Pennsylvania hit-and-run that claimed life of young musician

Saul Rivera-Ramirez, an illegal immigrant, was arrested in a hit-and-run crash that left a young musician dead

Authorities in Pennsylvania have reportedly identified a suspect who fled the scene of a fatal hit-and-run crash as an illegal immigrant.

The Allegheny County Police Department announced that 25-year-old Saul Rivera-Ramirez was arrested and taken into custody for the fatal hit-and-run crash that claimed the life of 23-year-old Christian Sluka.

The crash happened on Saturday night, just before 11 p.m., when 911 was notified about a vehicle striking a motorcycle.

Officials said Rivera-Ramirez was driving a red Ford Taurus and took off on foot with a female and a small child after the crash.

Rivera-Ramirez is facing several charges, including homicide by vehicle and driving without a license.

Allegheny County police confirmed to Channel 11 that Rivera-Ramirez is not a United States citizen.