![[05-18-2024] Driver Killed, Another Injured Following Multi-Vehicle Collision Involving Wrong Way Driver on I-8](https://ak1.to//3HcO.webp)
A driver was killed, and another was injured following a multi-vehicle collision involving a wrong-way driver in San Diego County on Saturday night, May 18, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the collision happened around 11:40 p.m. along I-8 near the Fletcher Parkway.
Authorities stated that the driver of a Toyota Tundra, identified as a 24-year-old National City man, was traveling westbound in the wrong direction on I-8. The vehicle then struck a Honda Civic head-on about two miles west of Fletcher Parkway. The 33-year-old driver of the Honda sustained major injuries and was transported to Sharp Memorial Hospital.
Police said that the suspect attempted to flee the scene following the crash. As he traveled across the westbound lanes, he was fatally struck by a black Ford F-150 truck. The occupants of the Ford were not injured.
It is unknown whether drugs or alcohol contributed to the collision. DUI was not a factor for the other two drivers involved.
Further information has yet to be released by the authorities. No additional details were available at this time.
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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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.
