Eric Hernandez-Garcia Involved in Tragic Pedestrian Crash on Park Boulevard [Oakland, CA]

Oakland, CA (May 30, 2025) – A pedestrian was killed, while a others were hurt after a horrific crash on Park Boulevard that involved 18-year-old suspect, Eric Hernandez-Garcia.

According to authorities, the fatal crash happened near Park Boulevard and 21st Street.

Reports say that Eric Scott Hernandez-Garcia of Oakland, fled from California Highway Patrol (CHP) officers after they attempted a traffic stop related to a felony evading case linked to the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office.

The attempted stop occurred near 102nd Avenue and International Boulevard. When officers initiated the stop, Hernandez-Garcia sped off, prompting CHP to end the ground pursuit within 37 seconds while an aircraft continued tracking the vehicle.

The suspect drove across city streets and the freeway for approximately 15 minutes before stopping near 5th Avenue and E. 19th Street.

As officers approached, he briefly exited the car, then jumped back in and fled again. Officers resumed pursuit, which led to a collision with a minivan at Park Boulevard and 21st Street. CHP ended the chase again within 30 seconds.

About 20 seconds later, the suspect struck two pedestrians, a man and a woman in their 40s, who were reportedly out for an evening walk.

Emergency responders arrived quickly and provided life-saving aid, but the man died at the scene. The woman survived with injuries and was later released from the hospital. The minivan occupants sustained only minor injuries.

This incident occurs amid ongoing debate over Oakland’s pursuit policy, which limits chases exceeding 50 mph unless authorized by a commander.

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We at Sweet Lawyers extend our heartfelt condolences to the family and loved ones of the man who tragically lost his life. Our thoughts also remain with the woman recovering from this traumatic incident.

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