48-Year-Old Alejandro Padilla Arrested in Taft, CA AccidentMotorcyclist killed in tragic Kern Street collisionPosted: yesterdayShare Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Email This StoryA tragic accident occurred on July 27 in Taft, California, when 48-year-old Alejandro Padilla was involved in a hit-and-run crash that killed a motorcyclist. The incident happened around 10:43 a.m. in the 1000 block of Kern Street, where Padilla’s pickup truck turned into the path of an eastbound motorcycle. The rider died at the scene. Padilla fled but was later arrested by Taft Police. Anyone with information is urged to contact police at (661) 763-3101. We send our thoughts and prayers to the family of the victim.(For a free legal consultation, contact Bond Legal at 866-266-0430) Know something we don't about this accident? or do you have a news tip for us? Let us Know Would you like to leave well wishes or remembrances for family members? Send your message Have a fundraiser started on behalf of those affected? share it with us so we can let others know Messages No message - Add First Message More News Benefits of hiring a wrongful death attorney4 years agoAttorney will work with insurance adjusters after an accident4 years agoMost common causes of commercial trucking accidents4 years ago Tags: