[01-21-2025] San Diego County, CA – Pedestrian Seriously Injured In Chula Vista Crash At Third Avenue And Palomar Street

A 42-year-old man sustained serious internal injuries after being struck by a vehicle while crossing the street in Chula Vista late Tuesday afternoon, January 21, 2025.

According to the Chula Vista Police Department, officers responded to the scene at the intersection of Third Avenue and Palomar Street around 5:20 p.m.

The pedestrian was reportedly crossing from east to west against a “don’t walk” signal when he was hit by a silver 2012 Nissan Leaf. The 23-year-old female driver was southbound on Third Avenue. Emergency responders provided medical aid at the scene before transporting the pedestrian to a local trauma center, where he remains in stable condition.

Authorities stated that the driver cooperated with the investigation, and neither alcohol nor drug impairment was suspected as a factor in the collision.

The Chula Vista Police Traffic Bureau continues to investigate the incident and urges anyone with information to call 619-476-5302.

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What To Do After A Pedestrian Accident In Chula Vista

It’s hard to think clearly after being hit by a vehicle, especially if you are injured. However, what you say and do at the crash scene can significantly affect the outcome of your potential claim should you file against the at-fault party. If you’re still able to do so, taking these steps can help you avoid doing something that could reduce the value of your personal injury claim:

• Ensure your safety by moving to a safe location, if possible, but without leaving the scene.
• Call the police as soon as possible and ensure that an officer creates an accident report. This can help bolster your claim later on.
• If you can do so, take photos of your injuries, the accident scene, any property damage, weather and road conditions, and the vehicle that hit you.
• Take note of the at-fault driver’s contact details, license, insurance card, and license plate. Also, get all eyewitnesses’ names and contact information.
• Even if you feel fine or think your injuries aren’t serious, see a doctor immediately and tell them about every affected part of your body.
• Keep a journal about your injuries and the recovery process, detailing how you feel, the treatment you receive, and what costs you incur.
• Refrain from speaking to an insurance adjuster or accepting a settlement offer without hiring an experienced lawyer.
• Stay off social media and avoid posting about the accident, as this can be used against you by the insurance adjuster.
• Call our pedestrian accident lawyers as soon as possible to discuss your case.

I HAD AN ACCIDENT

Pedestrian Accident Statistics

Everyone is a pedestrian at some point. Sadly, injuries and fatalities related to pedestrian accidents remain high, especially in California. According to the California Office of Traffic Safety, pedestrian fatalities in the state increased from 1,013 in 2020 to 1,108 in 2021, a 9.4% jump in just one year.

Five California metropolitan areas are also included in Smart Growth America’s list of the twenty most dangerous cities for pedestrians. There were between three and four pedestrian deaths per 1,000 people in these areas from 2018 to 2022. On the national level, there were 7,522 pedestrian deaths in 2022, as well as over 67,000 pedestrian injuries, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

In San Diego County, the Office of Traffic Safety reported 1,095 pedestrians who were killed and injured in traffic collisions. A total of 103 were under the age of 15, while 143 were 65 years old and above.