Sunday, a deadly car crash occurred at the intersection of Winton Avenue and Magna Avenue, shaking the local community. In the early morning, the vehicle collided with a tree after the driver missed a turn from southbound D Street to westbound Winton Avenue, according to City of Hayward.
This incident marks the 10th fatal collision in Hayward for the year 2023, suggesting a troubling pattern, as per City of Hayward. The 46-year-old male driver from Oakland is currently, critically injured but in stable condition in a local hospital. The only passenger, a 37-year-old woman from Richmond, was unfortunately killed during the accident.
The identities of both individuals have not been released, as law enforcement contacts next of kin. Investigators, searching for information to illuminate exactly what lead up to this tragic accident. They urge anyone with knowledge to contact the Hayward Police Department's Traffic Bureau at 510-293-7066.
