![[07-13-2025] Elderly Woman Killed After Being Struck By Vehicle at Fruitvale Avenue and East 27th Street in Oakland](https://ak1.to//NZgs.webp)
A 76-year-old woman was killed after being struck by a pickup truck in the Patten neighborhood of Oakland on Sunday morning, July 13, 2025.
According to the Oakland Police Department, the incident occurred around 8:40 a.m. at the intersection of Fruitvale Avenue and East 27th Street.
Authorities said the woman was walking in a marked crosswalk when she was hit by a Toyota Tacoma turning westbound onto East 27th Street from northbound Fruitvale Avenue. She was taken to a hospital where she later died.
The driver fled the scene in the Toyota Tacoma but was located a few hours later and arrested. Police said he is a 40-year-old Oakland resident.
Investigators stated that alcohol was a factor in the crash. The suspect is being held at Santa Rita Jail on suspicion of vehicular manslaughter with gross negligence, hit-and-run causing death or injury, and DUI.
The identity of the victim has not been released. The investigation is ongoing.
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.
