Crime & Safety
Man Convicted Of Crosswalk Hit-And-Run Crash
The woman was left in a coma by the crash.
SAN FRANCISCO — A San Francisco driver who severely injured a woman he struck in a crosswalk last year was convicted of felony hit-and-run by a jury last Thursday.
The jury also found that when Will Thomas, 59, hit the woman, the collision involved great violence, great bodily injury or a high degree of viciousness or callousness, according to a news release from San Francisco District Attorney's Office.
Thomas, who is now in custody, faces up to three years in prison when he's sentenced May 13.
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"The victim was initially left in a coma as a result of this incident and has had an arduous recovery process," said Assistant District Attorney Samantha Adhikari. "Despite that, she has made progress as a result of her and her family's resilience. I hope this verdict provides them with some solace and strength as she continues to recover."
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