![[01-09-2025] Bicyclist Seriously Injured in Collision With Pickup Truck in Talmadge](https://ak1.to//f58q5.webp)
A 51-year-old bicyclist sustained serious injuries after being struck by a pickup truck in the Talmadge neighborhood of San Diego on Thursday evening, January 9, 2025.
According to the San Diego Police Department, the incident occurred at approximately 5:31 p.m. in the 5100 block of Fairmount Avenue.
Authorities reported that the bicyclist was traveling northbound in the bicycle lane when a 27-year-old man driving a white 2022 Ford F-250 northbound on Montezuma Road took the transition ramp onto Fairmount Avenue.
The bicyclist veered to the right, entering the path of the pickup truck, resulting in a rear-end collision, according to Officer Jose Perales.
The bicyclist suffered multiple serious injuries, including rib fractures, a clavicle fracture, a spine fracture, a fibula fracture, and multiple abrasions.
Police confirmed that alcohol was not a factor in the collision.
The San Diego Police Department’s Traffic Division is investigating the incident.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
