Accident in Millbrae
On Sunday morning, the quiet town of Millbrae was rocked by a tragic incident that left a woman fighting for her life. According to reports from the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office, around 5:40 a.m., an emergency call was received alerting to a collision between a vehicle and a pedestrian at the intersection of Millbrae Avenue and El Camino Real.
Eyewitnesses recounted that the vehicle struck the victim, a woman whose identity has not been disclosed, and then fled the scene, leaving her critically injured on the roadway. In response, sheriff's deputies promptly arrived, providing vital assistance to the victim until medical services arrived.
The severity of the woman's injuries could not be underestimated, as the Sheriff's Office classified them as potentially life-threatening. Subsequently, following an intense investigation at the accident scene, the suspected driver was identified and apprehended: a 32-year-old man, a resident of Millbrae. This individual was arrested at his residence and transported to the Maguire Correctional Facility, facing charges of hit-and-run with serious injuries.
The impact of this incident was not limited to individual tragedy but also affected the entire community. The intersection where the accident occurred remained closed for several hours as the Sheriff's Office Major Accident Investigation Team conducted thorough work, seeking to determine the exact circumstances that led to this unfortunate event.
In an effort to obtain more information about this case, authorities are urging anyone who may have relevant details to contact Sergeant Philip Hallworth via email at
phallworth@smcgov.org or by phone at 650-649-8620. Additionally, it is reminded that tips can be provided anonymously through the Anonymous Tip Line by dialing 800-547-2700.
This tragic episode underscores the importance of road safety and the responsibility of drivers in our local communities.
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