Police release suspect description in fatal hit-and-run

SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO >> Police on Monday released additional information about a suspect being sought in connection with a fatal hitand-run over the weekend in South San Francisco.

The San Mateo County Coroner’s Office identified the victim as Teresa Gonzales.

Gonzales, a 44-year-old resident of South San Francisco, was hit by a black 1990s to early 2000s Toyota or Lexus just before midnight Saturday on the 200 block of El Camino Real, according to police. She was rushed to a hospital, where she was later pronounced dead.

Police on Monday described the suspect as a white man in his early to mid-30s, 5 feet 8 inches to 5 feet 10 inches tall and about 220 pounds. He also had a pencil-thin mustache and a short faded haircut.

Gonzales’ daughter Andy Gonzales, meanwhile, is trying to raise $10,000 to help pay for a memorial service.

Anyone with information about the fatal collision can contact South San Francisco police at 650877-8900. Those wishing to remain anonymous can call 650-952-2244 or email tips@ssf.net.