By Crash News Writer 
San Diego, CA (August 11, 2025) — Authorities are searching for a driver involved in a deadly hit-and-run that claimed the life of a woman late Friday night in San Diego. The incident happened on August 8 at approximately 11:30 p.m. in the 4400 block of North Harbor Drive.
According to reports, Port of San Diego Harbor Police officers arrived to find an adult woman lying in the westbound lanes with severe injuries believed to have been caused by a vehicle strike. First responders attempted lifesaving measures, but she was pronounced dead at the scene. The woman’s identity has not yet been released. Police say the suspect vehicle fled before officers arrived and may have front-end damage. Authorities are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the driver and vehicle involved.
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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE
The details in this article are based on initial information from law enforcement and may be updated as the investigation moves forward.
- The deceased woman’s identity remains withheld pending official identification and family notification.
- Investigators are reviewing evidence, including vehicle debris, surveillance footage, and witness statements, to locate the suspect vehicle and driver.
- Residents and motorists in the area are encouraged to report any sightings of a vehicle with recent front-end damage to Harbor Police.
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