Former 'Baywatch' Star David Charvet Accused of Hitting Dog With Pickup Truck

Charvet allegedly struck and killed an 11-year-old white English Labrador in a gated Malibu community.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 5:20pm

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An abstract close-up image featuring shattered glass and cracked rubber tire tread, captured in dramatic high-contrast studio lighting to convey a sense of damage and tension without depicting any specific objects or people.The aftermath of a tragic collision between a celebrity's vehicle and a beloved family pet exposes the fragility of community trust and the need for greater safety awareness.Malibu Today

Former Baywatch actor David Charvet is being accused of hitting a dog with his vehicle while driving in Malibu, California. Vera Errico claims she was walking her three dogs in a gated community when Charvet's pickup truck struck one of the dogs, an 11-year-old white English Labrador named Sunday, who later had to be euthanized. Charvet allegedly left the scene but later called the police, who are investigating the incident as a 'traffic collision' rather than a hit-and-run.

Why it matters

This incident has sparked outrage in the Malibu community, where Charvet is a resident and partner in a local construction company. The death of a beloved family pet has raised concerns about driver safety and animal welfare in the area, especially in gated communities where pedestrians and pets are common.

The details

According to reports, the incident occurred around 6 a.m. on Thursday, April 16, 2026, in a gated Malibu community. Errico claims she was walking her three dogs when Charvet's pickup truck struck one of them, the 11-year-old Labrador named Sunday. Errico and her husband rushed the injured dog to the vet, where it had to be euthanized. Charvet allegedly left the scene but later contacted the police, who are investigating the incident as a 'traffic collision' rather than a hit-and-run.

  • The incident occurred around 6 a.m. on Thursday, April 16, 2026.
  • Charvet allegedly struck the dog while driving in a gated Malibu community.

The players

David Charvet

A former Baywatch actor and current partner in a Malibu-based construction company, Jones Builders Group.

Vera Errico

The owner of the 11-year-old white English Labrador that was struck and killed by Charvet's pickup truck.

Sunday

The 11-year-old white English Labrador that was struck and killed by Charvet's pickup truck.

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What they’re saying

“Don't get it twisted by the possible sadness in my eyes. There is a determination and a fire roaring in my soul to rebuild my city #malibu. Let's all work together and help each other!!”

— David Charvet

What’s next

The Lost Hills sheriff station is continuing to investigate the incident and will determine if any charges will be filed against Charvet.

The takeaway

This tragic incident has highlighted the need for increased driver awareness and safety measures in Malibu's residential areas, where pedestrians, pets, and wildlife are common. It has also sparked a renewed call for the community to come together and support one another in the aftermath of recent wildfires that have devastated the region.