Suspected DUI driver charged after hitting, killing 15-year-old Porterville student

He was on probation for felony DUI and was driving with a suspended license.
Friday, May 8, 2020
FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- Charges have been filed the suspected drunk driver accused of hitting and killing a Porterville High School student.

Harvey Jacobo now faces a felony homicide charge for the death of 15-year-old Jayden Arias.
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The crash happened Tuesday night on Olive and Westwood in Porterville.

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Investigators say Jacobo was intoxicated while behind the wheel when he collided with Arias, who was riding his bike.
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Jacobo drove away after the crash, but police found him a few miles away. Officers say it isn't his first DUI arrest.

He was on probation for felony DUI and was driving with a suspended license.
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