A 76-year-old pedestrian died after being struck by a vehicle in Fremont early Tuesday morning, August 12, 2025.
According to the Fremont Police Department, officers responded just after 5:00 a.m. to Paseo Padre Parkway and Capitol Avenue following a report of a major injury collision.
Police said the pedestrian was attempting to cross mid-block south of Capitol Avenue while pushing a shopping cart when a northbound vehicle struck both the person and the cart near the raised center median. A second, unidentified vehicle also appeared to have struck the pedestrian.
The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene. Their name has not yet been released.
Authorities said the first driver initially left the scene but returned shortly after and is cooperating with the investigation. Drugs or alcohol do not appear to be factors.
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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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.