A damaged Honda CR-V near a light pole post-crash.
An 18-year-old resident of Laguna Hills, Kaleb Patrick Hardisonhaper, was arrested for felony hit-and-run after a road rage incident led to a crash involving another vehicle. The incident resulted in minor injuries for the victim, who lost control of their Honda CR-V and crashed into a light pole. Hardisonhaper fled the scene but was later located by police at a local mall. Authorities are calling for witnesses to aid in the ongoing investigation, emphasizing the seriousness of hit-and-run offenses.
Kaleb Patrick Hardisonhaper, an 18-year-old resident of Laguna Hills, has been arrested for a felony hit-and-run following a road rage incident on June 18, 2025, in Orange County. The arrest came after Hardisonhaper allegedly fled the scene of a crash involving another driver, marking a serious escalation in what started as a dispute on the road.
The Irvine Police Department reported that the specific circumstances that led to the road rage incident remain unclear. However, it has been confirmed that the victim, who was driving a Honda CR-V, lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a light pole during the altercation. Fortunately, despite the extensive damage to the vehicle’s front end, the victim sustained only minor injuries.
After the crash, Hardisonhaper reportedly left the scene without providing aid or assistance. He was later located by the police at the Irvine Spectrum Center mall, where he had gone to watch a movie instead of reporting the incident. The police found his vehicle parked at the location, leading to his arrest.
Hardisonhaper was subsequently booked at the Orange County Jail, facing charges of felony hit-and-run, a serious offense that can carry significant penalties including potential jail time, fines, and a criminal record.
In light of the incident, law enforcement authorities are actively seeking witnesses or anyone who may have captured photos or videos of the event. Police are urging individuals with any information to come forward and contact Detective Juarez at DJuarez@cityofirvine.org. The cooperation of the public can be vital in the ongoing investigation.
Road rage incidents often escalate quickly, with anger and frustration on the part of drivers leading to dangerous confrontations. In this case, the altercation between Hardisonhaper and the victim not only resulted in property damage but also highlighted the potential for serious injury or worse. The damage to the Honda CR-V following the crash into the light pole underscores the risks involved in such heated encounters on the road.
Hit-and-run offenses are taken seriously by law enforcement, reflecting a broader societal expectation that drivers take responsibility for their actions. In California, law mandates that drivers involved in accidents provide their information and render assistance when necessary. Failing to do so can lead to severe criminal penalties, particularly when the other party suffers injuries.
As authorities continue to investigate this incident, the case serves as a reminder of the importance of remaining calm and collected while driving, and the serious consequences of engaging in aggressive driving behavior. The law enforcement community encourages safe driving practices to prevent incidents like these from occurring in the future.
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