Castro Valley, CA – According to Bay City News, on Tuesday night, April 22, 2025, a hit-and-run collision resulted in the death of a pedestrian. The driver involved was later arrested by authorities.
The California Highway Patrol reports that the accident occurred around 11:50 PM near the intersection of Center Street and Castro Valley Boulevard. Officers responded to reports of a pedestrian being struck by a vehicle that fled the scene immediately after the collision.
Upon arrival, CHP officers located the victim, who was found with severe injuries consistent with being hit by a vehicle. Emergency medical personnel rushed the pedestrian to a nearby hospital for treatment. Despite efforts to save the victim, they were pronounced dead shortly after arrival.
Within a short time, authorities located the driver and placed the individual under arrest without further incident.
The identity of the victim has not yet been released pending notification of next of kin. The driver’s name also remains withheld at this time as the investigation continues.
The California Highway Patrol is continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision and is asking anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has information related to the case to contact the CHP Hayward Area Office.
California Hit-and-Run Laws
California Law requires drivers involved in a collision to stop their vehicle, notify law enforcement, and exchange insurance information with others involved. Failure to do so, considered to be a “hit-and-run,” is a misdemeanor in cases of property damage and a felony when someone has been injured.
Duty of Care Toward Pedestrians
Drivers have a Duty of Care towards pedestrians, who are particularly vulnerable in traffic accidents. This responsibility includes being vigilant for pedestrians near the roadway and, if a collision occurs, staying with the victim to ensure they get proper medical treatment and cooperating with authorities investigating the crash.
For those injured in a pedestrian accident, filing a Personal Injury Claim with the assistance of an experienced attorney can provide compensation for medical bills and other related damages. Should the at-fault driver avoid legal consequences, compensation might still be available through a family member’s uninsured driver coverage.
