By Crash News Writer 
San Francisco, CA (August 9, 2025) – An 83-year-old pedestrian has died after being struck by a vehicle in a crash earlier this month, marking San Francisco’s 11th traffic-related death of the year. Advocacy group Walk SF confirmed Friday that the collision occurred on August 2 near Ocean Avenue and Lee Avenue, an intersection long considered dangerous for pedestrians and drivers alike.
According to reports, the victim succumbed to injuries days after the crash. Walk SF noted that Ocean and Lee is part of the city’s “high-injury network,” which comprises only 12% of streets but accounts for 68% of traffic collisions. Since 2015, the stretch of Ocean Avenue has seen five fatal crashes — three involving pedestrians — along with 16 other injury crashes at the intersection alone. The city recently launched its speed camera program, which began issuing citations this week, in an effort to reduce these incidents.
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This report is based on early details from local authorities and Walk SF, and may be updated as additional information becomes available.
- The name of the victim has not been released publicly pending family notification.
- The San Francisco Police Department continues to investigate the circumstances of the crash.
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This article is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal or medical advice. All facts are drawn from public reports at the time of publication and may change as investigations continue. Families impacted by similar incidents are encouraged to consult a qualified wrongful death attorney. The publisher assumes no liability for actions taken or not taken based on this report. Learn more with our disclaimer.