The account says the incident happened at around 10:30 p.m. near Van Ness Avenue. Avery was reportedly taken to hospital in critical condition with a traumatic brain injury before his death was confirmed the following day.
The driver was reportedly arrested, with relatives alleging that excessive speed and alcohol may have played a role. Those details have not been independently confirmed and remain subject to the investigation.
The case highlights a responsibility that extends beyond crowd control and operations inside a ground. For stadium employees and supporters, the journey home can remain a serious risk long after the match has ended.
Lighting, pedestrian crossings, traffic management and late-night transport links are central to that risk. A venue hosting major international football must consider not only how fans enter and leave, but also how staff move through surrounding roads after shifts finish.
Avery’s family has also reportedly faced medical, funeral and other end-of-life costs. They say he donated his heart, lungs, liver and kidneys, potentially helping save several lives.
The reported case is now expected to move through the legal process, while Avery’s relatives continue to seek accountability. Any conclusions about the driver’s speed, sobriety or responsibility should wait for verified findings from investigators.
Before the next fixture at SoFi Stadium, attention is likely to turn to traffic safety around the venue. Football’s spectacle depends on thousands of workers, and their protection must remain part of the matchday conversation.