Stanford, CA – In the early hours of Saturday, May 31, 2025, a vehicle-versus-bicycle collision resulted in fatal injuries to 19-year-old Stanford University student Aradshar Chaddar, according to NBC Bay Area.
The California Highway Patrol reports that the accident took place around 2:57 AM at the intersection of Palm Drive and Arboretum Road.
Chaddar, a sophomore originally from Maryland and raised in Pakistan, was riding an electric bicycle on campus when he was struck by a vehicle under circumstances that remain under investigation. Emergency responders arrived quickly and transported Chaddar to Stanford Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead despite medical efforts to save him.
The vehicle involved in the crash, a Honda Accord, was towed from the scene for further examination. Authorities reported no initial signs of driver impairment or dangerous road conditions at the time of the incident. No other individuals were reported injured.
Stanford University confirmed Chaddar’s death in a message to the school community and noted his active involvement in campus life. He was a member of Alpha Kappa Psi, the Pre-Law Society, and served as the current President of the Stanford Democrats. He had also contributed to The Stanford Daily during his freshman year.
The Santa Clara County Coroner’s Office has notified Chaddar’s family. The California Highway Patrol continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the fatal collision.
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