![[09-19-2024] 58-Year-Old Pedestrian Killed After Being Struck by Vehicle in Otay Border Neighborhood](https://ak1.to//pJp.webp)
A 58-year-old pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle while walking in an unmarked crosswalk in the Otay Border neighborhood, San Diego, on Thursday afternoon, September 19, 2024.
According to the San Diego Police Department, at around 4:53 p.m., the man was crossing from west to east at the intersection of Avenida Costa Este and Avenida De La Fuente.
A 38-year-old man driving a 2019 Toyota Tacoma westbound in the 8700 block of Avenida De La Fuente made a left turn onto southbound Avenida Costa Este, colliding with the pedestrian, who was pronounced dead at the scene.
An officer from the SDPD 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.
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