Elk Grove Man Arrested in Deadly Hit-and-Run

Authorities say the suspect tried to hide the damaged vehicle at his nearby home.

Published on Feb. 5, 2026

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A 31-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a deadly hit-and-run incident in Elk Grove, California. Police say the suspect, Kushmit Singh, struck and killed a 61-year-old man who was repairing a flat tire on the side of Bruceville Road on Tuesday evening. Singh allegedly fled the scene but was later identified after police searched his nearby home and found the damaged vehicle.

Why it matters

Hit-and-run incidents are a major public safety concern, often leaving victims without aid and suspects evading responsibility. This case highlights the importance of thorough investigations to hold perpetrators accountable, even when they attempt to conceal evidence.

The details

According to authorities, the 61-year-old victim was on the shoulder of Bruceville Road repairing a flat tire when he was struck by a Dodge pickup truck driven by Kushmit Singh. Singh allegedly fled the scene, but police were able to track him down the following day after searching his nearby home and finding the damaged vehicle in his garage.

  • The incident occurred on Tuesday evening, February 4, 2026.
  • Singh was arrested the following day, on Wednesday, February 5, 2026.
  • Singh was released from custody on Thursday, February 6, 2026.

The players

Kushmit Singh

A 31-year-old Elk Grove resident who was arrested and charged with felony hit-and-run resulting in permanent injury or death.

The 61-year-old victim

The man who was killed while repairing a flat tire on the side of Bruceville Road.

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What’s next

The judge will decide on Tuesday whether to allow Kushmit Singh to be released on bail.

The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the need for drivers to remain vigilant, provide aid, and take responsibility when involved in a collision. It also highlights the importance of thorough police investigations to hold hit-and-run perpetrators accountable, even when they attempt to conceal evidence.