Simi Valley, CA (June 30, 2026) – A 79-year-old woman died Monday, June 29, after a Tesla driven by an elderly woman jumped a curb and struck pedestrians outside a restaurant.
The crash hurt at least six people. The woman who died was found trapped beneath the vehicle.
The driver’s identity has not been released. The investigation continues.
We offer our deepest condolences to the family of the woman who lost her life.
What Happens When a Driver Loses Control and Kills a Pedestrian in Simi Valley, CA?
California allows a victim’s family to pursue compensation for funeral costs, lost companionship, and other damages when a driver’s loss of control results in death.
A wrongful death lawyer can help families gather police reports and evidence while the investigation is ongoing, and California’s pure comparative negligence rule still allows recovery even when fault is shared among multiple parties.
If your family has lost someone in a fatal crash in California, our team at Leiva Law Firm is here to help. Call Leiva Law Firm at (818) 519-4465 to learn more.
