Overview
- Hudson Stephen O'Loughlin, 6, was struck while crossing an alley near Ingraham Street and Pacific Beach Drive around 3:45 p.m. Saturday and later died at a hospital.
- Investigators say the driver paused briefly after the initial impact, then accelerated through the alley and ran over the child again before fleeing.
- San Diego police named Tiffany Sanchez, 32, as the suspect; her vehicle was found in National City and she was taken into custody.
- NBC San Diego reported Sanchez did not appear to be in custody on Monday, and it was unclear whether she had been released or posted bail as the case remains under review.
- Alcohol is not believed to be a factor, a memorial and family fundraiser are active, and neighbors and school officials are rallying support and urging traffic-safety improvements in the area.