[04-25-2022] San Diego County, CA – 24-Year-Old Man Killed in Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash at Linda Vista

According to the California Highway Patrol, one person was killed in a collision between a car and a trash truck on state Route 163 in the Linda Vista area on Monday, April 25.

According to the CHP, the fatal crash occurred around 6:30 a.m. on northbound SR-163 near Genesee Avenue.

According to CHP officials, a Ford Fusion was traveling northbound at a high rate of speed when it collided with a trash truck traveling in the right lane at a slower speed.

The Ford’s 24-year-old male driver was killed on the spot after suffering serious injuries. According to the CHP, he was the only one in the Ford.

It was unclear whether any of the garbage truck’s occupants were injured in the collision.

Multiple SR-163 lanes were closed during the morning commute due to the crash and subsequent investigation.

Officials with the California Highway Patrol have not yet determined if alcohol or drugs played a role in the accident.

Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash Statistics

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in 2018, 33,654 people were killed in car accidents in the United States. Passenger vehicles were involved in a total of 20,333 fatal car accidents.

In 2018, 3,259 Californians lost their lives in automobile accidents. In total, 2,261 passenger cars were involved in these fatal collisions. Accidents involving motor vehicles are now more common than ever before in the state.

According to the California Highway Patrol, three of San Diego County’s most accident-prone cities last year were San Diego itself, Chula Vista, and Oceanside.

San Diego, California, has a mild climate, beautiful beaches, and a laid-back vibe that attracts tourists. As a result, it’s one of the most crowded cities in the country as well. The city’s highways see more than 12 million miles of driving every day.

In San Diego County, there were 21,534 car accidents in 2016, a 5% increase from 2015.

San Diego County Car Accident Lawyers

Experiencing the untimely death of a close family member as the result of a tragic automobile accident is never easy. Although it may be difficult at first, you’ll get used to it. You should contact an experienced personal injury lawyer as soon as possible after a fatal car accident.

A skilled wrongful death attorney can help you recover the damages you’ve suffered as a result of the accident. Medical bills, funeral costs, pain and suffering, and loss of companionship are all recoverable damages in a wrongful death lawsuit.

After a car accident, the services of an experienced wrongful death lawyer can be extremely beneficial. Arash Law’s attorneys have extensive experience handling personal injury and wrongful death claims.

Our San Diego County car accident lawyers at Arash Law are ready to fight for the compensation you deserve. Arash Law’s attorneys are ready to assist you when you need them. Call us at (888) 488-1391 to set up a free consultation.