Redwood City police are searching for the driver of a white truck that took off after striking and killing a 72-year-old woman on Sunday near Middlefield Road and Beech Street. The woman was hit at about 9:45 PM and was taken to a nearby hospital, where she later died.
The collision was reported around 9:45 PM near Middlefield Road and Beech Street, when a white truck hit a pedestrian and then kept going, according to KRON4. The victim was transported to a nearby emergency room and later died. The San Mateo County coroner identified her as Marie Torres, 72, of Redwood City. Investigators have not released a description of the driver. Police are urging anyone with information to contact the Redwood City Police Department non-emergency line at (650) 780-7100.
Victim Identified
The San Mateo County coroner has identified the woman killed in the crash as Marie Torres, 72, a Redwood City resident. Authorities say the case remains an active investigation and that detectives are continuing to follow up on leads.
Where It Happened
The crash occurred on Middlefield Road just east of downtown, a busy corridor that the city has already flagged for pedestrian-safety upgrades. A staff report from the City of Redwood City details recent planning work on Middlefield, including proposed crosswalks and new signals intended to make the stretch safer for people walking and biking.
Police Seek Witnesses
Investigators say the case is very much active, and they are asking the public to step forward with any details that might help. Anyone who witnessed the collision or who may have video or other information related to the incident is asked to call the department’s non-emergency line at (650) 780-7100.
Legal Context
Under California law, failing to stop after an accident that results in injury or death can be charged as a felony under Vehicle Code section 20001, with possible penalties that include state prison time and fines, according to California Legislative Information. The statute outlines what drivers are required to do after serious collisions and the consequences if they fail to do so.
Officials have not released a detailed description of the suspect vehicle beyond it being a white truck, and no public images tied to the case have been made available. Redwood City police say the investigation is ongoing and again urge anyone with tips to contact them through the non-emergency line.
