![[10-30-2024] Two Passengers Injured After High-Speed Crash with Light Pole in Kearny Mesa](https://ak1.to//GjWfd.webp)
Two people were injured when a driver crashed into a light pole in Kearny Mesa, San Diego, early Wednesday morning, October 30, 2024.
The crash took place around 3:20 a.m. in the 8000 block of Dagget Street, where a 21-year-old man driving a 2016 Kia Optima reportedly failed to notice the road’s end and collided with a cement light pole on Mercury Street.
One passenger suffered a fractured jaw, while another, who was not wearing a seatbelt, sustained serious internal injuries. Both were transported to a local hospital for treatment. The driver was uninjured.
Traffic Units responded and are managing the investigation.
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.
