A female pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle along San Francisco’s Upper Great Highway on Friday morning, December 27, 2024.
San Francisco Police Department officers responded to the intersection of Upper Great Highway and Ulloa Street at approximately 5:43 a.m. after receiving reports of a vehicle collision involving a pedestrian.
The woman was found with life-threatening injuries and was transported to a local hospital, where she later died. The driver involved in the collision remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities.
The San Francisco Police Department’s Traffic Collision Investigations Unit is leading the investigation.
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.
