Olga Figueroa Hernandez, a 59-year-old Hayward resident, was killed on Saturday evening, February 14, 2026, after being struck by a vehicle while walking with her grandson. The collision occurred around 6:20 p.m. at the intersection of West Tennyson Road and Baldwin Street, a busy area in Hayward. According to police, Hernandez and her 6-year-old grandson were crossing in a marked crosswalk when a vehicle driven by a 60-year-old Hayward man struck them.
Emergency responders transported both victims to a nearby hospital. Tragically, Hernandez succumbed to her injuries shortly after arrival. Her grandson suffered severe facial fractures but survived and has since been released from the hospital to recover with family members.
The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators. Police confirmed that neither drugs nor alcohol were suspected as contributing factors in the crash. The driver’s identity has not been released publicly, but authorities stated that he is a 60-year-old Hayward resident.
Witnesses reported that traffic was moderate at the time of the collision. Investigators are reviewing the circumstances, including visibility and speed, to determine whether negligence played a role. At this stage, no charges have been filed, and the case remains under active investigation.
The Alameda County Coroner’s Bureau confirmed Hernandez’s identity and notified her family. Community members have expressed grief over the loss of a woman described as a devoted grandmother and longtime resident of Hayward. Her death has sparked renewed calls for improved pedestrian safety measures in the city, particularly at intersections with heavy traffic flow.
Local advocates are urging city officials to consider additional crosswalk protections, better lighting, and traffic-calming measures along West Tennyson Road. The tragedy has underscored the vulnerability of pedestrians and the importance of vigilance for both drivers and those crossing busy streets.