San Francisco, CA – Authorities have arrested Jonathan Tyler Lam, 35, on suspicion of seriously injuring a child in a hit-and-run collision on the evening of Friday, May 24, 2025, according to NBC Bay Area.
The San Francisco Police Department reports that the accident took place around 6:15 PM at the intersection of 31st Avenue and Clement Street in San Francisco.
Police say the 5-year-old victim was riding a push bike alongside their mother when Lam allegedly hit the child with his vehicle and fled the scene without offering aid or identifying himself. The child suffered life-threatening injuries and was transported by emergency responders to a nearby hospital.
After an investigation, police identified Lam as the suspect and obtained arrest and search warrants. He was located on Sunday, June 1, around 6:00 PM at Serramonte Center in Daly City, where he was taken into custody. Lam was booked into San Francisco County Jail on suspicion of felony hit-and-run with bail set at $100,000.
The case remains an active investigation, and authorities urge anyone with information to contact the San Francisco Police Department.
California Hit-and-Run Laws
California Law requires drivers involved in a collision to stop their vehicle, notify law enforcement, and exchange insurance information with others involved. Failure to do so, considered to be a “hit-and-run,” is a misdemeanor in cases of property damage and a felony when someone has been injured.
Duty of Care Toward Bicyclists
Drivers have a Duty of Care towards bicyclists, who are particularly vulnerable in traffic accidents. This responsibility includes being vigilant for bicyclists with whom they share the road and, if a collision occurs, staying with the victim to ensure they get proper medical treatment and cooperating with authorities investigating the crash.
For those injured in a bicycle accident, filing a Personal Injury claim with the assistance of an experienced attorney can provide compensation for medical bills and other related damages.
Should the at-fault driver avoid legal consequences, compensation might still be available through a family member’s uninsured driver coverage. Consulting with a personal injury attorney can help determine the best options in such cases.
