Update: Mayor Ed Lee issued a statement, read below:
Medical authorities this morning say it was 68-year-old Priscila Moreto who was hit by a Trolley car and killed yesterday afternoon as she walked across the street at City Hall.
Moreto, a San Francisco resident, worked in the City Controller's Officer as a senior accountant, according to the city's website
Police say Moreto was walking at the heavily traveled crosswalk directly in front of City Hall on Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place when the tourist bus loaded with passengers struck her. She was taken to San Francisco General Hospital where she was pronounced dead.
Cable Car Charters released a statement after the collision, which is still under investigation.
"Classic Cable Car Charters is currently investigating an accident with a pedestrian that occurred earlier this afternoon near City Hall. Our thoughts and prayers are with the pedestrian and her family. We have no other information at this time."
Update: Mayor Ed Lee today issued the following statement on the death of Priscila “Precy” Moreto:
“On behalf of the City and County of San Francisco, I extend my deepest condolences to the family of Priscila Moreto who tragically died from her injuries after being struck in front of City Hall today. This incident is tragic and also reminds us that we all have a shared responsibility to protect and care for one another on our busy streets. This incident will be thoroughly investigated. Precy was a dedicated employee who served our City and residents with great distinction. Our thoughts and prayers remain with her family, friends and colleagues during this time of mourning.”