Escondido, CA – Five People Injured during Brutal Collision near South Quince Street and W 10th Avenue

Escondido, CA (July 16, 2018) – Local law enforcement reported that five people, including two children, sustained injuries as the result of a brutal collision that occurred in the vicinity of South Quince Street and W 10th Avenue. The incident happened at some time in the evening on Sunday, July 15, 2018. Authorities have not revealed any detailed information concerning the identities of the people involved in the crash at this time.

As per the police reports, two unidentified men were operating an allegedly stolen red Hyundai Elantra in the area of South Quince and W 10. At some point, police attempted to stop the vehicle, but the driver did not decrease speed. Later, the Elantra sped through a red light slammed into an oncoming Honda CVR, which was ultimately sent reeling into a nearby residential home. As a result, this crash caused a chain reaction, which occurred when the Elantra crashed into three more vehicles that were parked along the street.

First responders tended to two children and one adult woman and transported the victims to a nearby hospital for more in-depth treatment. Officials have not revealed the extent of injuries sustained by these people.

Authorities also took the driver and passenger of the Elantra to Palomar Medical Center / Center Escondido.

As of now, the investigation is ongoing.

Accident Information

Based on police reports, the two men had been operating an allegedly stolen vehicle. As more evidence begins to surface regarding these facts, more information will be released to public sources.

Authorities are working hard to determine what specifically caused the crash. Forensic teams will examine photographs of the crash site and inspect the Elantra for mechanical issues or system failure. Officials will also consider if drunk driving, drug abuse, negligence, distracted driving, or reckless behavior also played any part in the events leading up to the crash.

In the case of a traffic accident caused by negligence or distracted driving, the non-guilty injured victims will have the legal rights to file a personal injury lawsuit against the guilty party. By seeking legal assistance, these individuals can receive compensation for a variety of issues including medical bills and painful injuries.

We at Brady Law Group will work with you to ensure your rights and give you the peace of mind needed to focus on your recovery.

If you’ve been injured as the result of another person’s negligence, please call us at (866) 211-2562 to receive a free consultation with one of our expert attorneys.

Note: Outside sources were used in the creation of this post including news bulletins and first-hand accounts of the accident and injuries involved. As a result, the details of the accident presented have not been independently verified by our own writing staff. If you have identified any false information in the story, please inform us immediately, and we will adjust the posting to reflect the most accurate content available.

Disclaimer: As a member of the local community, we at Brady Law Group strive to improve the overall safety and quality of life for everyone who lives in our beloved state. We are extremely saddened by these accidents but hope that, through an awareness of these dangers, those in our community will take precautions to avoid these accidents. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. We wish only the best and quickest recovery to all those involved in the accident.