Shocking Pedestrian Crash on Main Street Kills Woman [Santa Ana, CA]

Pedestrian Killed After Being Hit by Two Vehicles on Main Street in Santa Ana

Santa Ana, CA (December 20, 2025) — Early Friday morning, a woman lost her life e after a tragic pedestrian Crash on Main Street.

According to authorities, the collision occurred around 5:34 a.m. between Dyer Road and Alton Avenue.

Authorities reported that the pedestrian entered the roadway and was hit by an oncoming vehicle. That driver stopped and remained at the scene. Moments later, a second vehicle struck the woman and fled without stopping.

Emergency responders pronounced the pedestrian dead at the scene. Officials had not released her name or age as of Friday morning. Santa Ana police closed the area for several hours while investigators worked to determine the circumstances surrounding the crash. The investigation remained active later in the morning.

Sweet Lawyers extends heartfelt condolences to the victim’s family and loved ones during this time of loss. Our thoughts are with them as they grieve and seek answers following this tragic incident.

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