Sacramento, CA – On the evening of Saturday, November 30, 2025, a pedestrian collision left 61-year-old David Zoellner critically injured, according to KCRA.

The Sacramento Police Department reports that the accident took place around 9:30 PM near Rio Linda Boulevard and Ford Road.

Zoellner had been reported missing earlier that morning after he was last seen around 8:00 AM in the 3000 block of Marysville Boulevard, and authorities had classified him as at risk due to medical and mental health conditions.

He was taken to a local hospital, where officials said he remained in critical but stable condition as of Sunday night.

According to police, the driver stayed at the scene, and investigators determined that impairment did not contribute to the crash.

Duty of Care Toward Pedestrians

Drivers have a Duty of Care towards pedestrians, who are particularly vulnerable in traffic accidents. This responsibility includes being vigilant for pedestrians near the roadway and, if a collision occurs, staying with the victim to ensure they get proper medical treatment and cooperating with authorities investigating the crash.

California Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

If you or someone you love was harmed in an accident like the one described here, contact a California Pedestrian Accident Lawyer for any questions or to receive a no-cost, no-obligation case assessment.