In a concerning hit-and-run incident, a 57-year-old woman sustained life-threatening injuries while crossing a street in the Ridgeview Webster neighborhood. The San Diego Police Department (SDPD) reported that the collision occurred early this morning at approximately 6:11 AM when the female pedestrian was crossing Federal Boulevard at the intersection with Euclid Avenue within a marked crosswalk. An unidentified vehicle, traveling westbound, struck the woman upon turning right onto Euclid Avenue and fled the scene without stopping, leaving the victim in a critical condition.
The SDPD Watch Commander's Log detailed that the victim was taken to a local hospital following the collision and described her injuries, including a pelvic fracture and brain bleed. With the severity of her condition, she faces a dire challenge to her health and recovery. Sadly, in the incident's immediate aftermath, authorities have not been able to provide any details regarding the suspect vehicle or the individual behind the wheel.
The Traffic Division of the SDPD is actively handling the ongoing investigation into this serious incident. In their pursuit of justice and safety for the community, law enforcement urges anyone with knowledge pertinent to the case to step forward. Community members who possess any information related to the hit-and-run are encouraged to contact the SDPD Traffic Division or to provide anonymous tips to Crime Stoppers by calling 888-580-8477.
