Mother Killed, Children Critically Injured in San Mateo Collision

A tragic traffic collision in San Mateo resulted in the death of a 30-year-old woman and left her two young sons, ages 5 and 7, in critical condition. The crash occurred at the intersection of Alameda de las Pulgas and Highway 92 when a Ford SUV driver ran a red light while exiting the highway and broadsided the Toyota Prius driven by the woman. The man driving the Ford SUV sustained minor injuries and was hospitalized; authorities confirmed he was not impaired, though the reason for running the red light remains under investigation. The accident led to temporary road closures on Alameda de las Pulgas and Highway 92 for several hours while police and California Highway Patrol conducted their investigation. Authorities have clarified misinformation about the crash, emphasizing the correct sequence of events and vehicle involvement. The investigation continues as police work to determine the cause of the Ford driver's failure to stop at the traffic signal.