A Yorba Linda man has died after he was hit by a truck driven by a man who was later arrested for driving under the influence, according to a news report.
The Orange County Sheriff’s Department said that Greg Gillaspy, a Vietnam veteran known for his work in honoring veterans, was hit by the suspected drunk driver as he was crossing the street at Fairmont Boulevard and Lorca Lane. Gillaspy was taken to Orange County Global Medical Center in Santa Ana, where he later died from his injuries.
The driver — Jody Guerrero, 37 — remained at the scene and was found to be driving under the influence. He was arrested on suspicion of homicide. According to authorities, Guerrero has a previous DUI conviction.
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