[10-17-2026] San Mateo County, CA – Two Children Seriously Injured After Suspected DUI Hit-and-Run Crash in Half Moon Bay

Two six-year-old children riding bicycles suffered serious injuries in a suspected DUI hit-and-run collision in Half Moon Bay, San Mateo County, on Saturday night, October 17, 2026.

According to the San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office, the children were struck near Grandview Boulevard and Golden Gate Avenue. Both were hospitalized and remained in stable condition on Sunday.

Authorities alleged that the driver left the scene. A witness’s vehicle description helped deputies locate the vehicle, while a Daly City Police Department drone unit helped find the suspect in a wooded area south of Bancroft Avenue.

Deputies arrested Robert S., 37, of San Francisco. The Sheriff’s Office alleged that he was under the influence of alcohol and driving with a license suspended because of a previous DUI conviction.

The suspect was booked into Maguire Correctional Facility on multiple allegations, including hit-and-run causing injury.

The investigation remains ongoing.

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.