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Tragic Hit-and-Run Claims Young BMX Enthusiast's Life

1/19/2026

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Hudson's Tragic Death

Six-year-old Hudson died in a hit-and-run in Pacific Beach, California, January 17, 2026, after a 32-year-old woman struck him turning into an alley.
Witnesses say the driver briefly stopped before running over him again and fleeing.
Community members created a memorial for Hudson, describing him as a bright child who loved BMX and science.
Residents want traffic-safety improvements, including stop signs and warning signals, and the investigation remains ongoing.

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Boy Struck Twice

A 6-year-old boy died after a driver struck him twice in Pacific Beach, San Diego, on January 17, 2026.
The incident occurred around 3:45 p.m. when the boy on a bicycle crossed the west alley of Ingraham Street.
The driver, traveling eastbound, struck the boy, stopped briefly, then accelerated and hit him again before fleeing.
Police located the vehicle in National City, confirming that DUI was not a factor.

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Hudson's Tragic Death

Six-year-old Hudson died in a hit-and-run in Pacific Beach, California, January 17, 2026, after a 32-year-old woman struck him turning into an alley.
Witnesses say the driver briefly stopped before running over him again and fleeing.
Community members created a memorial for Hudson, describing him as a bright child who loved BMX and science.
Residents want traffic-safety improvements, including stop signs and warning signals, and the investigation remains ongoing.

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