Westwood Crash Victims Honored with Ghost Tire Memorial

Streets Are For Everyone to host event commemorating 99 Ranch Market tragedy

Apr. 10, 2026 at 11:55am

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A fractured, cubist-style painting depicting the chaotic scene of a crashed vehicle, with sharp geometric shapes and planes in muted tones conveying the tragedy and need for improved road safety measures.A somber memorial commemorates the victims of a tragic crash that exposed ongoing concerns about elderly drivers and road safety in the local community.Los Angeles Today

A tragic crash at a Westwood, California 99 Ranch Market in which three people were killed and six others injured has prompted a memorial event by the advocacy group Streets Are For Everyone (SAFE). The group will host a Ghost Tire Memorial on April 11, 2026 to honor the victims and call for action to prevent similar tragedies.

Why it matters

The Westwood crash once again raised concerns about elderly drivers and how to identify those who can no longer operate vehicles safely before catastrophic incidents occur. The Ghost Tire Memorial aims to raise awareness about road safety and honor victims of traffic violence in the local community.

The details

In the February incident, a 92-year-old woman apparently attempted to make a left turn and instead plowed through the 99 Ranch Market, killing three people - 28-year-old Zih Dao, 42-year-old Deris Renoj, and 52-year-old Leonel Mateo - and injuring six others, two critically. Surprisingly, the bicyclist struck by the vehicle only suffered minor injuries.

  • The crash occurred in February 2026.
  • The Ghost Tire Memorial will be held on April 11, 2026.

The players

Streets Are For Everyone (SAFE)

A local advocacy group hosting the Ghost Tire Memorial to honor victims of traffic violence and call for improved road safety measures.

Damian Kevitt

The founder of Streets Are For Everyone (SAFE).

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow the 92-year-old driver out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.