Three people suffered injuries in a three-vehicle collision in Santee, San Diego County, on Monday afternoon, October 19, 2026.
According to the San Diego County Sheriff’s Office, the crash occurred at around 4:00 p.m. at Oakbourne Road and Carlton Oaks Drive.
Authorities stated that a 21-year-old woman driving a Mercedes sedan southbound on Oakbourne Road was turning onto Carlton Oaks Drive when she collided with a westbound Toyota Tacoma driven by a 54-year-old man.
The Mercedes then left the roadway and struck an unoccupied SUV parked in the 8600 block of Carlton Oaks Drive.
The Mercedes driver, her 21-year-old female passenger, and the Tacoma driver were transported to hospitals.
Alcohol and drugs were not suspected as contributing factors. The crash remains under investigation.
How Car Accident Lawyers Can Help
Car accidents at intersections can cause a range of injuries, particularly when one collision sets off a second impact. People hurt in these crashes may benefit from legal guidance to understand their rights and the options open to them.
Car accident lawyers can help by reconstructing the sequence of events, reviewing sheriff’s reports, witness accounts, and vehicle damage, and determining liability among all drivers and any other parties involved. They may also assist in pursuing compensation for medical bills, lost wages, property damage, pain and suffering, and other damages where applicable.
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