San Diego, CA – 1 Injured and 1 Killed in Head-On Collision on 5 Freeway

San Diego, CA (January 13, 2019) On January 13^th, a fatal head-on collision happened on the 5 Freeway, just before Highway 163. According to the reports, a black colored sedan and a white Volkswagen minivan collided head-on at around 4:00 p.m.

When emergency crews arrived to help, they found the wrong-way driver dead at the scene. His vehicle had Arizona license plates and there was a suitcase in his trunk. Due to the impact of the crash, the other motorist was trapped inside his vehicle and had to be rescued. He was then transported to UCSD Medical Center in serious condition. The identities of the deceased and injured motorists have not been released at this time.

Crews had to shut down three lanes of traffic for a few hours as they investigated and cleared the scene.

We are deeply saddened to learn that someone died as a result of this horrific crash.  Our thoughts are with the deceased victims family as they begin the grieving process.  We hope that all other injured victims will be able to make complete and speedy recoveries from their injuries.

Head-On Collisions in California

Unfortunately, head-on collisions are considered to be the most dangerous types of accidents in the United States. Due to their force of impact being more intense than other types of accidents, they almost always result in fatalities. Most head-on accidents occur overnight and are caused by either drunk or distracted driving. Although, there are some instances when head-on collisions are caused by poorly lit roads or malfunctioning auto parts. No matter the reason, thousands of people lose their lives every year as a result of these crashes.

Once the police finish investigating this accident, it’s likely that a personal injury lawsuit will be filed with the help of a California personal injury attorney.

At Brady Law Group, we specialize in personal injury lawsuits because we have the resources and relationships needed to help our clients successfully prove their negligence claims. We know how much head-on collisions affect our clients, which is why we keep working until they’re fully compensated for damages and losses. If you or someone you know was injured in a head-on collision, call 866-478-6483 for a free consultation today.

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.