Deadly Hit-and-Run Leaves One Dead in San Francisco

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A deadly hit-and-run incident occurred on Monday, April 13 near the intersection of Mission Street and South Van Ness Avenue in San Francisco, resulting in the death of an elderly homeless man. The suspect, Valentino Cash Amil, 30, fled the scene but was later apprehended by police after a vehicle chase. Amil was booked into San Francisco County Jail on charges of homicide and felony vehicular hit-and-run with injury.

Why it matters

This tragic incident highlights the ongoing issue of pedestrian safety in San Francisco, which has seen a rise in traffic-related fatalities in recent years. The case also raises concerns about the need for improved traffic enforcement and measures to protect vulnerable road users in the city.

The details

According to police, the elderly homeless man was sitting on the hood of Amil's moving vehicle when he fell off and was run over. Amil then fled the scene, leading to a police chase that ended about a mile and a half away. Amil was arrested and booked into jail, while the other passengers in his vehicle, including a baby, were released.

• The incident occurred on Monday, April 13 at around 3:20 p.m.
• Amil was apprehended by police at Potrero Avenue and 18th Street, about a mile and a half from the initial incident.

What they’re saying

What’s next

The San Francisco Homicide Detail is continuing its investigation into the incident, and authorities are urging anyone with information to contact the SFPD.