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San Mateo DA Declines Charges in Burlingame Crash That Killed 4-Year-Old

Prosecutors say the evidence would not convince a jury of criminal negligence.

Overview

  • The district attorney’s office said vehicular manslaughter charges will not be filed after a review of police reports, witness statements and available video.
  • Police describe a chain reaction in which a car exiting a parking lot collided with an e-bike, then accelerated over a curb, striking two children and hitting a restaurant.
  • Preliminary findings indicate the e-bike riders had the right-of-way and were following state and local laws.
  • The driver, a 19-year-old from San Mateo, remained at the scene and showed no signs of drug or alcohol impairment, according to police.
  • The crash killed 4-year-old Ayden Fang and injured a 6-year-old girl, and the family and local advocates are opposing the decision and urging stronger street safety measures.