the Santa Cruz Police Department is investigating what was initially believed to be a fatal hit and run. Shortly before 7:45 a.m. yesterday (Thurs) morning patrol units responded to reports of a person on the Encinal Street roadway. At the scene officers located a deceased male. A review of area surveillance cameras showed the victim being struck by a truck. The truck and driver were located and an investigation determined the driver was unaware of the fatal collision. The victim’s identity is being withheld pending notification of family.
