Valley Center, CA – Fatal Crash at Intersection of Valley Center Rd and Lilac Rd
Valley Center, CA (April 1, 2019) – The California Highway Patrol reported that a man was killed in a crash at Valley Center Road and Lilac Road around 7:38 p.m. on Sunday, March 31st. The crash involved a Chevrolet Silverado driving southbound in the first lane of Valley Center Road. A Ford Fusion heading southbound in the second lane hit the Silverado. The cause of the collision is unknown.
The crash caused the Silverado to lose control and swerve off of the road, hitting a fence, going down an embankment, rolling over, and striking a second fence.
The driver of the Silverado, a 52-year-old resident of Escondido, died at the scene of the crash. Their name has not been released, pending family notification. The Ford’s 17-year-old driver and her 16-year-old passenger sustained no injuries in the crash.
Authorities partially closed Valley Center Road’s southbound lanes to begin the investigation, which is ongoing. The lanes were reopened by 9:30 p.m.
The cause of the accident is unknown. The CHP requests that anyone with information about this crash call 856-637-3800.
We send our sincere sympathies and condolences to the family and friends of the person who died in this accident. Our thoughts are with them during this difficult time.
When Someone Dies in a Car Accident
The grieving period that follows the loss of a loved one in a car accident can cause us to lose focus on financial obligations. Unfortunately, a fatal accident often comes with an increase in bills due to funeral arrangements, lost wages due to time missed from work, and other financial matters.
The Brady Law Group has over twenty years of experience helping families of those killed in accidents understand the financial and legal issues that arise after an accident. To speak with one of our attorneys, please call 866-478-6483.
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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.
