[09-02-2022] San Diego County, CA – Two People Injured in Multi-Vehicle Crash on College Avenue

An unidentified police officer and a 21-year-old female driver were injured in a multi-vehicle crash in San Diego on Friday evening, September 2, 2022.

The crash occurred at 11:02 p.m. in the southbound #2 lane of 4900 College Avenue.

The woman was driving a Toyota Camry in the southbound #2 lane, and a police officer was driving behind her in the southbound #1 lane of 4900 College Avenue.

The Camry made a U-turn in front of the policeman from the #2 lane.

The Camry’s left front was struck by the right front of the officer’s car, then the officer’s vehicle struck two additional parked cars on the northbound side of the street after the collision.

The Camry’s driver was seriously injured and taken to the hospital.

The Camry’s passenger was unharmed, but the officer suffered a laceration to the left side of his head.

The San Diego Police Traffic Division is still investigating the crash.

Multi-Vehicle Crash Statistics

Rear-end collisions are the most common type of accident involving two or more vehicles. On the other hand, when multiple cars collide, this is called a “multi-car pileup.” When two vehicles collide head-on, it can cause a “domino effect” or “chain reaction.”

Over 10,000 people have been killed in multi-car accidents since 2014. The drivers are almost always killed in such incidents. Every year in the United States, more than 7,000 people lose their lives in automobile collisions. The data shows that multi-vehicle crashes are more dangerous for drivers than single-vehicle collisions.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that there are nearly two million multi-vehicle accidents every year. It’s estimated that 31% of annual accidents can be attributed to this cause. Serious injuries or death are much more likely to occur when numerous cars, trucks, and other vehicles collide with one another.

Numerous factors can contribute to these occurrences, such as when motorists’ vision is impaired by adverse weather or lighting, when traffic volumes are high or when roads are of poor quality. Highways and other roads where speeding is legal are hotspots for multiple-vehicle pileups. The ability to see potential hazards in time to stop for them decreases when driving in heavy traffic. If weather played a role, these collisions might happen more frequently. The higher the population density, the more likely it is that a major problem will develop.

San Diego County Car Accident Lawyers

Unfortunately, multiple-vehicle accidents are common, and the tragic loss of life when they occur is not uncommon. There is usually a high number of fatalities and injuries, and victims may also be left with psychological scars that take years to heal. Many people’s mental health can be negatively impacted after a multi-car accident if they do not receive therapy. There is potential for both physical and mental harm.

Any victim of such an incident who suffers from physical pain, mental anguish, or emotional distress should talk to a lawyer about filing a personal injury claim.

Having experienced counsel on your side can be a game-changer in a legal dispute. Insurance providers frequently investigate and even reject legitimate claims in an effort to limit their financial exposure. Do not try to handle this by contacting your insurance provider. You need an ally to defend your legal rights.

Our San Diego County car accident lawyers at Arash Law have been assisting clients with their legal needs for decades. We are among the top law firms in California for car accidents and personal injuries. We’re not frightened easily because we know how insurance companies work.

Thousands of people in California have relied on us to help them get the most money possible for their injuries, medical bills, pain and suffering, lost wages, and other damages after car accidents.

You have a right to financial compensation if you suffer an injury due to someone else’s carelessness.

If you or a loved one has been hurt in a car accident, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us at (888) 488-1391 or fill out our online intake form to arrange a free consultation with one of our experienced attorneys.