![[12-01-2025] 69-Year-Old Woman Killed After Being Struck on Highway 101 On-Ramp at San Anselmo Road in Atascadero](https://ak1.to//Nsebs.webp)
A 69-year-old woman was struck and killed while crossing a Highway 101 on-ramp in Atascadero on Monday morning, December 1, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the collision happened around 10:20 a.m. on the southbound San Anselmo Road on-ramp.
CHP said Rachel H. of Atascadero was walking east on the sidewalk and was in the crosswalk when a Ford F-150 driven by 66-year-old Gary T., also of Atascadero, made a left turn onto the on-ramp and hit her. There were no passengers in Gary’s vehicle. Life-saving efforts were made, but Rachel died at the scene.
Authorities said neither drugs nor alcohol were suspected. The Highway Patrol is continuing to investigate the crash.
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.
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