A bicyclist died Saturday after being critically injured in a collision with a pickup truck at the intersection of Highway 35 and Highway 84 in Woodside, San Mateo County, on Friday afternoon, August 29, 2025.
According to the San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office, the crash occurred around 4:30 p.m. Emergency responders, including Cal Fire, American Medical Response, and Life Flight, provided medical aid at the scene before transporting the bicyclist to Stanford Medical Center by air ambulance. The bicyclist was alive at the time of transport but later succumbed to injuries sustained in the crash.
Authorities said the driver of the pickup truck is cooperating with the investigation. The Santa Clara County Coroner’s Office will release the victim’s identity pending notification of next of kin.
The San Mateo County Major Accident Investigation Team is investigating the collision.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.