Hit-and-Run in Santiago: Motorcyclist's Footage Leads to Driver's Arrest

In Santiago Centro, Chile, a hit-and-run incident unfolded on June 5, 2025, when a woman driving a car struck a 70-year-old pedestrian crossing a crosswalk. A motorcyclist, who witnessed the event, pursued the fleeing driver and recorded the incident. The video shows the motorcyclist repeatedly urging the driver to stop. Upon being confronted, the driver claimed her intention was to return to the scene of the accident. Carabineros confirmed the driver's detention, but she was later released and given a court summons. The incident underscores the importance of responsible driving and pedestrian safety in urban areas. The motorcyclist's actions highlight the role of citizen involvement in bringing perpetrators to justice. The elderly pedestrian's condition remains undisclosed.