A 36-year-old man has died following a vehicle-pedestrian collision in San Rafael on Saturday evening. The fatal incident took place at the intersection of Second Street and A Street, drawing a rapid response from emergency services.
According to the San Rafael Police Department, the call came in just after 7:55 PM, wherein officers, firefighters, and paramedics arrived within minutes. They discovered an unconscious male pedestrian with critical injuries. Despite prompt transport to a local hospital, the victim ultimately perished due to his injuries.
In a statement posted on X, SRPD confirmed the driver involved in the accident cooperated with police at the scene and that alcohol was not deemed a contributing factor. The mishap resulted in a lengthy nine-hour road closure for a preliminary investigation by the SRPD’s Major Accident Investigation Team.
SRPD INVESTIGATING SATURDAY EVENING FATAL COLLISION:
— San Rafael Police Department (@SanRafaelPolice) January 17, 2024
San Rafael, CA – On 01/13/2024, SRPD Officers and SRFD Firefighters and Paramedics responded to the intersection of Second Street and A Street for a vehicle versus pedestrian collision. Upon arrival, first responders found a… pic.twitter.com/6l0N1xFw1K
The police are actively piecing together the events that led to the tragedy, reviewing witness statements, physical evidence, and surveillance video. However, the full findings of this intricate investigation may take several months to conclude. During this period, the Marin County Coroner's Office withholds the victim's identity pending family notification.
The SRPD extends its deepest sympathies to the victim's loved ones. Anyone with additional information regarding the collision is encouraged to contact the San Rafael Police at (415) 485-3000 or provide tips anonymously through their website.
