A pedestrian riding a rental scooter was killed after being struck by a vehicle on southbound U.S. Highway 101 in San Francisco early Monday morning, March 24, 2025.
According to California Highway Patrol Officer Mark Andrews, the incident occurred just before 1:00 a.m. south of Cesar Chavez Street. The rider was traveling in an unknown direction in the southbound lanes when they were hit by a Toyota Highlander.
Medical personnel responded to the scene and pronounced the rider dead. The identity of the victim has not yet been released.
The driver of the Toyota Highlander remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation. Intoxication was not believed to be a factor in the collision.
The CHP is continuing to investigate the fatal 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.