An elderly driver, Mary Fong Lau, was arrested for vehicular manslaughter and other charges after a tragic crash at a San Francisco bus stop that took the lives of a couple and their toddler. The incident occurred near the West Portal station, where a car plowed into a bus stop, resulting in the death of the mother and father, identified as Diego and Matilde, and their one and a half-year-old son. The only survivor, their infant son, sustained critical injuries and was rushed to the hospital for treatment.
Witnesses reported that the driver was traveling at a high speed in the wrong direction on Ulloa Street, with no signs of braking or skid marks on the road. The impact of the crash was devastating, with the toddler being flung into the air from the force of the collision. The community came together to mourn the loss of the victims, leaving flowers, toys, and tributes at the bus stop and a second memorial where the toddler landed and tragically lost his life. The incident has left neighbors and residents shaken, reflecting on the fragility of life and cherishing every moment with loved ones.
Friends of the victims shared details about Diego and Matilde, who were celebrating their wedding anniversary with their sons on the day of the crash. The families of the couple, originally from Brazil and Portugal, are flying to San Francisco to be with their loved ones during this difficult time. Street safety advocates are organizing a vigil at the site of the crash to honor the memories of the victims and raise awareness about the importance of road safety.
