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Nick Adenhart died at the hospital after the accident that occurred shortly after midnight at the intersection of Orangethorpe Avenue and Lemon Street in Fullerton.
Nick Adenhart was one of four occupants in a silver Mitsubishi, which was broadsided by a minivan which ran a red light. The Mitsubishi slammed into a light pole.
The driver of the minivan fled on foot, but was taken into custody on suspicion of hit-and-run when police found him a mile away,
Tony Reagins, the Los Angeles Angels' general manager, said in a written statement:
"The Angels family has suffered a tremendous loss today. We are deeply saddened and shocked by this tragic loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Nick's family, friends, loved ones and fans."
Nick Adenhart is survived by his father Jim and mother Janet, who released the following statement released by the Los Angeles Angels:
"Nick's family expresses sincere gratitude for all the help the Angels have provided. He lived his dream and was blessed to be part of an organization comprised of such warm, caring, and compassionate people. The Angels were his extended family. Thanks to all of Nick's loyal supporters and fans throughout his career. He will always be in everyone's hearts forever."
Posted April 9th, 2009 by Michael Santo
