Authorities are searching for a hit-and-run driver responsible for the death of 44-year-old Josh Nichols, who was struck and killed while walking home in Lake Elsinore.
Nichols was found lying on Riverside Drive, west of Baker Street, around 1 a.m. on Feb. 18. Deputies arrived to find him unresponsive, and he was pronounced dead at the scene. Evidence suggests he was hit by a vehicle that fled the area.
Family and friends believe Nichols may have been trying to retrieve his dog, Woodson, who broke free from his leash before the crash. Woodson remains missing. A makeshift memorial has been set up along Riverside Drive to honor him. A GoFundMe has been set up to help with funeral and cremation expenses.
Authorities are searching for a dark-colored vehicle with front-end damage. Anyone with information on this hit-and-run in Lake Elsinore is urged to contact law enforcement.
