Woman fatally struck after jumping from car on I-580

On Saturday night, around 8:20 p.m., a tragic incident occurred on Interstate Highway 580 in Livermore involving a 24-year-old woman from Pleasant Hill. Reports indicate that she jumped or rolled out of the passenger seat of a moving black 2018 Audi while it was traveling eastbound near First Street. Following her exit from the vehicle, she was struck by multiple other vehicles on the highway, resulting in fatal injuries. Emergency responders pronounced her dead at the scene. The driver of the Audi allegedly stopped briefly on the shoulder after the incident but then fled the scene. It was later reported that the driver informed authorities about the incident after reaching Tracy. This behavior raised serious concerns, leading to the driver’s arrest on suspicion of felony hit-and-run. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is actively seeking witnesses to the incident, urging anyone who may have seen the events unfold or who was involved to come forward. The CHP's Dublin office has provided a contact number for potential witnesses to share their information. This incident highlights the dangers associated with jumping from moving vehicles and the severe consequences that can arise from such actions. The CHP's investigation aims to gather more details to understand the circumstances surrounding this tragic event and to ensure accountability for the driver involved.