Oakley, CA – On the morning of Thursday, March 27, 2025, 53-year-old Oakley resident Diane John was struck and killed by a vehicle just steps from her home, according to NBC Bay Area.
The Oakley Police Department reports that the fatal collision occurred around 9:55 AM at the intersection of Main Street and Ramos Ranch Road.
The incident took place just a few feet from John’s residence, and her family was inside when the crash happened. The sudden loss has left them devastated.
According to officials, the driver involved in the crash was a 77-year-old man. After striking John, he initially drove home but later returned to the scene. He was taken to a hospital for medical evaluation and cooperated with investigators.
Authorities believe a medical impairment may have played a role in the collision, though specific details were not immediately provided. The Oakley Police Department continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.
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