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Pedestrian Killed in San Diego Crash

Claudia Hernandez Killed in San Diego Pedestrian Crash

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Hernandez Struck by SUV on State Route 805 at 43rd Street Off-Ramp

SAN DIEGO, CA, (May 29, 2025) -

A 22-year-old woman from National City, Claudia Hernandez, was tragically struck and killed by an SUV on May 29 in San Diego.

The incident occurred around 5:15 a.m. on the 43rd Street off-ramp of State Route 805. Hernandez was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities are continuing to investigate the fatal crash.

San Diego Fatal Pedestrian Accident May 29th; Claudia Hernandez Hit By SUVClaudia Hernandez was tragically struck and killed by an SUV on May 29 in San Diego. The fatal incident occurred on the 43rd Street off-ramp of State Route 805 around 5:15 a.m.

FATAL PEDESTRIAN CRASH INVESTIGATION

According to Candice Bond, a seasoned pedestrian accident attorney, many fatal pedestrian incidents stem from driver negligence.

In 2022, drivers killed an estimated 7,508 pedestrians — the highest number recorded in four decades, according to the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA). Contributing factors often include speeding, distracted driving, and driving under the influence.

Bond emphasized the importance of an independent investigation in cases like this to ensure the victim’s family is fully protected.

“Having the proper resources is extremely important to investigate a pedestrian accident case and prove negligence,” said Bond, Managing Partner of Bond Legal. “Road conditions, signage visibility, and lighting must all be thoroughly examined. These steps are crucial in helping families obtain the justice and compensation they deserve.”

WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM

The family members of Claudia Hernandez may be entitled to pursue a wrongful death claim. Loved ones of wrongful death victims can seek compensation for loss of companionship, pain, suffering, and emotional distress following a tragic accident.

“We understand just what families are forced to go through, and having their rights protected is vital,” said Candice Bond, Managing Partner at Bond Legal. “A wrongful death lawyer will monitor the official investigation closely and work to ensure the family’s best interests are upheld. Families are entitled to seek justice and damages for the deep emotional and personal losses they’ve endured.”


Candice Bond, national legal analyst for Newsline, has extensive experience with fatal pedestrian accidents. If you or a loved one needs help, she offers free consultations.

(Candice Bond, our national legal analyst, is a Managing Partner at Bond Legal. Newsline can and does use quotes from prior interviews with our analysts for our news articles. If you would like to contact Bond Legal to help you, please call 866-985-6515 or use the submission box found on this page. Legal analysts quoted may or may not be licensed in your state).

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The staff of Newsline would like to extend our thoughts and prayers to Claudia Hernandez and family

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