SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, San Mateo County, Calif., Nov. 1, 2026 — A driver was hurt on Thursday afternoon, October 29, in a hit-and-run crash on northbound US-101 near South Airport Boulevard, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The crash was reported shortly after 2:30 p.m. near the South Airport Boulevard off-ramp, the CHP log shows. The agency's initial dispatch described a solo vehicle, a teal Toyota Prius, striking the center divider. Responders then noted a second car, a blue sedan, also involved in the center divider area, and the CHP reported a vehicle fire at the scene. One party was reportedly taken to a hospital for treatment before emergency crews arrived, according to the log.
The CHP initially classified the crash as a collision with unknown injuries before upgrading it to a felony hit-and-run with injuries, citing California Vehicle Code section 20001. A gray vehicle was reported leaving the scene, and the log notes a request for information on the unidentified vehicle under a separate hit-and-run code before the more serious classification was issued. At least one lane was blocked while crews worked, and a tow was requested for a Ford Focus with left-side damage, according to dispatch notes.
The CHP's incident log does not identify the driver who left the scene, and no description beyond "gray vehicle" has been released. The crash remains under investigation by the California Highway Patrol.
We hope those who were hurt recover fully and quickly.
Intersection Crashes in California
This crash happened at US-101 and South Airport Boulevard in South San Francisco, CA. Our California intersections page covers intersection crashes across California.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do immediately after a car accident?
Move to a safe spot if possible, call 911, and exchange information with other drivers involved. Take photos of the scene and any vehicle damage, and get contact information from witnesses if you can.
Why is distracted driving dangerous on highways like US-101?
At highway speeds, a driver's attention away from the road for even a couple of seconds can mean traveling the length of a football field without seeing traffic slow or stop ahead, leaving little time to react.
Where do most hit-and-run crashes happen?
Hit-and-run crashes commonly occur on busy roads and highways, especially near on-ramps, off-ramps, and lane-change zones where fault can be unclear and drivers panic or flee rather than stop.
