Diego Cardoso de Oliveira and 3 Others Die in Tragic Crash on Ulloa Street [San Francisco, CA]

San Francisco, CA (March 23, 2026) — Authorities identified the victims in the tragic crash on Ulloa Street, as 40-year-old Diego Cardoso de Oliveira, 38-year-old Matilde Moncada Ramos Pinto, their 1-year-old son Joaquin, and their infant baby boy.

According to authorities, that the family had been standing at a bus stop near Ulloa Street and Lenox Way, outside the West Portal Branch Library, when a Mercedes SUV suddenly struck the shelter.

Reports say that Diego and his toddler son died at the scene, while Matilde succumbed to her injuries the following day. Their infant son initially survived but later passed away, raising the death toll to four.

Investigators said the vehicle traveled in the wrong direction at a high rate of speed before crashing into the bus stop. Police later arrested the 78-year-old driver on multiple charges, including vehicular manslaughter and reckless driving. Authorities continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the crash.

The family, described as loving and devoted, had been out celebrating their wedding anniversary when the incident occurred. Loved ones from Brazil and Portugal have been traveling to San Francisco as the community mourns the heartbreaking loss.

A growing memorial now marks the site of the crash, where community members have gathered to honor the lives of the young family.

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Sweet Lawyers extends its deepest condolences to the loved ones of Diego Cardoso de Oliveira, Matilde Moncada Ramos Pinto, and their children. The loss of an entire family in such a devastating incident is profoundly heartbreaking. We hope their family and community find strength and comfort during this time of immense grief.

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