Hayward police are searching for a suspect believed to be responsible for a fatal hit-and-run collision that occurred Sunday night, November 1, 2026, in Hayward, California. The incident took place around 11:15 p.m. at the intersection of Mission Boulevard and Gresel Street. According to the Hayward Police Department, a pedestrian was struck while in a crosswalk. The victim, identified as a 46-year-old resident of Hayward, was pronounced dead at the scene. The Alameda County Coroner’s Office is currently working to confirm the victim’s identity and will notify next of kin before releasing full details.

Investigators have identified the suspect vehicle as a blue Nissan Sentra. Preliminary reports indicate the car was traveling northbound on Mission Boulevard at the time of the crash. Notably, the vehicle was reported as stolen in Fremont on October 22, 2026. Upon impact, the driver and a passenger fled the scene on foot. Witnesses pursued the passenger, who was subsequently detained by responding officers. The driver remains at large and is the primary subject of the ongoing investigation.

This tragedy marks the sixth fatal collision in Hayward this year. Police are urging anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of the driver or the stolen vehicle to come forward. The investigating agency, the Hayward Police Department, has established a tip line for the public. Residents with relevant information are asked to contact the department directly at 510-293-7066. Authorities continue to seek the driver to answer questions regarding the fatal crash. Updates on the investigation are expected as more information becomes available.