A deadly crash on Interstate 580 in Hayward left a pedestrian dead yesterday after the person was struck by a big rig and an unknown white SUV just west of Center Street, authorities said. The big rig driver stayed at the scene and cooperated with investigators, while the white SUV continued on. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene, and the coroner's office is working to identify the individual.
CHP Shares Early Details, Seeks Tips
In a Facebook post, the CHP Hayward-area office said officers are still working to determine why the pedestrian entered the roadway. Investigators reported that the big rig driver remained at the scene, while a white SUV involved in the collision left the area.
The agency is asking for witnesses and anyone with dashcam footage to come forward. People with information are urged to contact the CHP Hayward-area office at (510) 489-1500, according to CHP-Hayward.
Legal Context
Leaving the scene of a crash that causes injury or death is a crime in California. Under California Vehicle Code 20001, drivers who flee collisions that result in death may face prison time and fines, and such cases are often prosecuted as felonies. The statute also provides for tougher penalties when a crash results in permanent, serious injury or death.
How To Help Investigators
CHP investigators are asking anyone who was driving on I-580 eastbound near Center Street on Wednesday to review any dashcam or cellphone video and report what they saw. Tips or descriptions related to the white SUV should be reported to the CHP Hayward-area office at (510) 489-1500. Further details and contact information are available through CHP-Hayward.
