Last Tuesday, it turned deadly at one of South San Francisco’s busier intersections, after an 89-year-old pedestrian was struck by a vehicle at Chestnut Avenue and Mission Road and later died at a hospital, officials said. The collision was reported just after 11:30 AM, and emergency crews rushed the victim to a nearby medical center, where the person was pronounced dead.
Victim identified
Authorities have identified the pedestrian as Fidel Bautista, 89, of South San Francisco, according to SFGATE. Bautista was transported to an area hospital following the crash and later died there, the outlet reported.
What the police say
According to the South San Francisco Police Department, the crash was reported just after 11:30 AM at Chestnut Avenue and Mission Road. The driver involved stayed at the scene and cooperated with officers. Investigators are asking anyone who witnessed the collision or has relevant video to call (650) 877-8900, as reported by The Mercury News.
Regional context
The deadly crash comes amid a troubling run of pedestrian fatalities across the Bay Area this year, which has revived calls for lower speed limits and stronger safety measures. As the San Francisco Chronicle reported, several fatal collisions in March have increased pressure on city leaders to consider more aggressive traffic-calming efforts and Vision Zero-style interventions.
Investigation
South San Francisco police say the case remains under investigation, and officials have not announced any charges in connection with the collision, according to The Mercury News. Anyone with information is urged to contact the South San Francisco Police Department at (650) 877-8900.
