Salinas, CA – On the evening of Sunday, December 7, 2025, a pedestrian collision resulted in a woman losing her life after she was struck while crossing the street, according to KSBW.
Authorities report that the accident took place around 6:00 PM at the intersection of Main Street and Hardin Parkway.
Police said the woman was crossing the roadway when a vehicle traveling through the intersection hit her. A witness told officers that the woman had been running across the street moments before the impact and was thrown an estimated 30 to 45 feet. Bystanders and an arriving officer began CPR until paramedics reached the scene and transported her by ambulance.
Investigators said the woman sustained severe injuries consistent with high-force impact trauma, and despite medical intervention, she did not survive. Salinas police confirmed her death on Monday morning.
The driver involved remained at the scene and cooperated with officers. The cause of the collision has not yet been determined, and the investigation is ongoing as authorities work to establish the sequence of events leading up to the crash.
Pedestrian Fatalities and Wrongful Death Claims
Drivers have a Duty of Care towards pedestrians, which includes being vigilant for those travelling by foot and, if a collision occurs, staying with the victim, alerting emergency responders, and cooperating with authorities investigating the crash.
For those who lose a loved one in a pedestrian accident, filing a Wrongful Death claim with the assistance of an experienced attorney can provide compensation for medical bills, funeral costs, and other related damages.
Should the at-fault driver evade authorities, 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.
Partial Liability in Pedestrian Accidents
California Law does not consider pedestrians to have the right-of-way under all circumstances, such as if they attempt to cross outside of a crosswalk. However, motorists are never relieved of the expectation to provide pedestrians with a Duty of Care toward their safety.
It may therefore be determined that a motorist is subject to only partial liability in a pedestrian accident. Should that be the case, they would be financially responsible for the victim’s recovery costs in proportion to their degree of liability.
Salinas Wrongful Death Lawyer
If you or someone you love was harmed in an accident like the one described here, contact a Salinas Wrongful Death Lawyer for any questions or to receive a no-cost, no-obligation case assessment.
