![[05-25-2024] Multiple Injuries Reported Following Multi-Vehicle Rear-End Crash in Kearny Mesa](https://ak1.to//acTjb.webp)
Multiple injuries were reported following a multi-vehicle rear-end crash in Kearny Mesa, San Diego, on Saturday afternoon, May 25, 2024.
According to the San Diego Police Department, the traffic accident happened at about 1:53 p.m. in the 4400 block of Mercury Street.
SDPD said that an 84-year-old woman was driving her 2012 Honda Fit north on Mercury Street when she failed to safely stop as her vehicle approached the intersection with Balboa Avenue, colliding with the rear end of a stopped car.
The vehicle the elderly driver struck, which a 31-year-old man drove, was pushed forward and crashed into two other vehicles in front.
SDPD said that passengers from the other vehicles involved complained of pain. There is no word yet on the total number of people who complained of such.
Meanwhile, the 84-year-old Honda driver suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries as a result of the collision. Her injuries include fractured ribs, a punctured lung, abrasions, skin tears, and lacerations.
The police are still investigating the cause of the accident. Alcohol impairment has since been ruled out.
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.
