![[03-08-2025] 20-Year-Old Woman Killed, Three Injured After Multi-Vehicle Crash in Hayward](https://ak1.to//^Yd6.webp)
A 20-year-old woman was killed, and three others were injured following a three-vehicle collision in Hayward on Saturday night, March 8, 2025.
The crash occurred at approximately 9:30 p.m. near the intersection of Hayward Boulevard and Civic Avenue.
According to authorities, the deceased woman was a passenger in a vehicle driven by a 19-year-old man.
An 18-year-old female passenger was hospitalized in critical but stable condition, while a juvenile male passenger was transported to a nearby hospital in stable condition.
The second vehicle’s driver, a 21-year-old man, sustained minor injuries and was listed in stable condition. The third vehicle’s driver, a 37-year-old man, complained of minor injuries but did not require hospitalization.
Authorities are investigating whether alcohol played a role in the crash. Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact the Hayward Police Department’s Traffic Bureau at (510) 293-7011.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
