Lucas Louis killed in University Avenue pedestrian hit-and-run crash

Reports say Louis was struck by a car whose driver fled the scene near 54th Street

October 25, 2025 | San Diego, CA
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A 6-year-old boy lost his life after a driver struck him and fled the scene in San Diego's City Heights neighborhood.

What Happened in the Crash?

Lucas Louis, 6, of San Diego, was struck by a vehicle on University Avenue near 54th Street.

Police say Lucas Louis, 6, was walking with an adult female roommate after a trip to a nearby market. The pair crossed University Avenue when a car hit Louis about 7:30 p.m. Friday. Paramedics took him to a hospital, where he died from his injuries.

• Date: October 25, 2025
• Location: University Avenue near 54th Street, City Heights, San Diego
• Victim: Lucas Louis, 6, of San Diego
• Circumstances: Struck by a car while crossing the street, driver fled

Officers seek the public’s help to identify the vehicle. Anyone with information should call authorities.

Why Do Hit-and-Run Crashes Occur?

Hit-and-run incidents often stem from drivers fearing arrest for intoxication, unlicensed operation or other violations. These cases leave families without answers and complicate investigations.

Hit-and-Run Statistics in the U.S.

Data shows these collisions remain a serious road safety issue. The table below summarizes key figures.

Expert Insights

National legal analysts offer perspective on handling these tragedies.

Having the proper resources is crucial to investigating a hit-and-run accident case and proving negligence. Road conditions, signage visibility, and road lighting are all potential contributing factors that are considered and must be thoroughly examined. These procedures are necessary for helping someone who has lost a loved one at the hands of a hit-and-run driver receive the justice and monetary compensation that they deserve.

— Candice Bond, managing partner at Bond Legal.

An incident is considered a wrongful death when either a person or entity commits a wrongful or negligent act resulting in a person's death. When vehicle accident fatalities result from unsafe driving, aggressive or distracted driving, speeding, or driving under the influence, family members are usually left with the option to pursue a civil action against the responsible motorist.

— Stefano Formica, of counsel with Bond Legal.

• Thorough probes can uncover negligence in road design or driver behavior.
• Families may seek civil remedies for losses in similar cases.
• Prompt reporting aids law enforcement in building strong cases.

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