[06-12-2022] San Diego County, CA – Two-Vehicle Collision Near Friars Road Results in One Death

One unidentified person was killed after a deadly two-vehicle traffic crash in Mission Valley on Sunday night, June 12, 2022.

The accident transpired at approximately 10:16 p.m. on Highway 163 near Friars Road in Mission Valley.

A black BMW and a Toyota Camry were involved in the collision. The circumstances leading up to the crash have not been established.

Due to the severity of the impact, the BMW veered off the roadway and rolled down an embankment before overturning and crashing into a storage facility. The vehicle then caught fire.

Unfortunately, the BMW driver was killed in the crash. It’s unclear whether other people were injured in the mishap. The identities of the involved parties have not been disclosed.

An active investigation of the case is currently underway.

Deadly Two-Vehicle Crash Statistics

In 2018, 33,654 persons died in car accidents in the United States, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Twenty-three thousand passenger vehicles were involved in fatal car accidents.

California had around 3,259 fatal car accidents in 2018. These catastrophic collisions involved around 2,261 passenger automobiles. Car accidents in the state are still on the rise.

According to California Highway Patrol data, the top three cities in San Diego County for auto accidents in 2018 were San Diego, Chula Vista, and Oceanside.

San Diego is the second-largest city in California and the eighth-largest metropolitan in the United States, with a population of approximately 1.5 million people.

San Diego, California, is well-known for its magnificent beaches, pleasant climate, and relaxed atmosphere. It is also one of the most densely populated cities in the country. Drivers in San Diego travel more than 12 million miles daily on the city’s highways.

Last year, roughly 20,270 people were wounded or killed in car accidents in San Diego, according to the California Office of Traffic Safety.

San Diego County Fatal Car Accident Lawyers

While waiting for the outcome of the official inquiry, the victim is encouraged to file a personal injury claim with the assistance of his attorney. Through a personal injury claim, the victims have the right to seek financial compensation for medical bills, lost wages, emotional damage, and pain and suffering caused by the accident.

While it is legally feasible to represent yourself in a vehicle accident case, it is not recommended. Self-representation puts you at risk of making mistakes and losing your right to compensation.

Negotiating with insurance claims adjusters is difficult, and the stakes can be high. Protect your rights and future by hiring an attorney to help you settle your case or take it to trial if necessary.

Arash Law’s experienced San Diego car accident attorneys are here to assist you. Arash law serves Chula Vista, National City, Lemon Grove, La Mesa, El Cajon, Santee, Lakeside, La Jolla, Torrey Pines, Rancho Penasquitos, and Poway residents. Call (888) 488-1391 for a Free Consultation with a California personal injury attorney.