Fresno police say a 60-year-old man was intoxicated and passed out in the alleyway on Abby Street and Belmont Avenue.
Moments later, a Red Buick struck the man while he was lying on the ground.
Investigators say the Buick stopped at first but then took off.
Officers found the car parked at a church nearby and detained the man driving.
The 60-year-old died at the scene.
The investigation is ongoing at this time.