By Crash News Writer 
Burlingame, CA (August 9, 2025) – A devastating accident on Friday evening left one child dead and another injured after a vehicle veered onto a sidewalk in Burlingame.
According to reports, the incident occurred around 6:25 p.m. on August 8 in the 1200 block of Donnelly Avenue, directly in front of a restaurant identified as Truffle Poke Bar. Burlingame Police said a vehicle struck two children who were on the sidewalk. A 4-year-old boy suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. A 6-year-old girl was rushed to Stanford Hospital for treatment.
The driver, a 19-year-old woman from San Mateo, remained at the scene and is cooperating with investigators. Authorities have not determined the cause of the crash, and the investigation is ongoing. The vehicle came to rest inside the business following the collision.
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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE
The information provided here is based on initial statements from law enforcement and is subject to updates as investigations proceed.
- Authorities have confirmed the victim’s identity as a 4-year-old boy; the injured 6-year-old girl’s identity has not been released.
- The cause of the collision remains under investigation by Burlingame Police.
- Road closures and business disruptions may continue in the area while officials complete their work.
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