![[04-08-2025] Elderly Woman Killed, Driver Injured in Back-to-Back Collisions on Dyer Street in Union City](https://ak1.to//E9Ae.webp)
An elderly woman was killed and a driver was seriously injured in back-to-back collisions on Dyer Street near Cabello Drive in Union City on Tuesday night, April 8, 2025.
According to the Union City Police Department, at around 8:50 p.m., officers were dispatched to Dyer Street following reports of two consecutive crashes involving a pedestrian and two vehicles.
The initial collision involved a driver striking a pedestrian. When the driver exited the vehicle to check on the pedestrian, both the pedestrian and the driver were struck by a second vehicle.
Officers arrived to find both the pedestrian and the first driver suffering from major injuries. The pedestrian, identified as 81-year-old Evelyn S. of Union City, was pronounced dead at the scene. The first driver was transported to a nearby hospital and was reported to be in stable condition.
The second driver remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators. Drugs or alcohol do not appear to be factors in the crash.
The UPD is investigating the incident.
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.
