San Diego, CA – Three Injured in Wrong Way Crash at Rosecrans Street Intersection
San Diego, CA (July 29, 2018) – Three elderly people sustained injuries following a wrong way crash on Saturday in San Diego. The crash took place around 9:40 am at the intersection of Rosecrans Street and Sports Arena Boulevard in the Midway District neighborhood.
San Diego Police report that a Toyota Camry, driven by a 90-year-old man, was traveling south when it suddenly veered into the northbound lanes. While in the northbound lanes, the Camry collided with a 2011 Hyundai Sonata.
An 84-year-old man and 85-year-old woman in the Hyundai suffered injuries in the crash. The man had a laceration to his head while the woman ruptured her spleen. The Camry driver sustained a fractured hip. None of the injured have been identified. The intersection remained closed while police were on scene.
Police are actively investigating the crash. At this time, it is not clear what caused the Camry to drift into the oncoming travel lanes. No further information is available.
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Our thoughts go out to all involved in this San Diego wrong-way crash.
Police will have to carefully consider all factors to determine why this accident took place. There are many potential reasons for the Camry drifting into the wrong lane, including drowsiness, distraction, and possible impairment. Once the actual cause is determined, those who were injured will have to decide whether to bring a personal injury claim.
In California, injured car accident victims may recover compensation for an accident that was not their fault. Potential compensation includes:
- Payment of medical bills, including surgical treatment
- Reimbursement of lost wages
- Pain and suffering
- Punitive damages for especially reckless or negligent conduct
Car accident cases must be handled carefully by an experienced Los Angeles car accident attorney. At the Los Angeles Injury Group, our attorneys treat every case with the care and competence that it deserves. We will not stop until you are satisfied with the results.
Our attorneys offer free consultations to all Southern California accident victims. To schedule your appointment today, please call our office at 310-954-7248 or contact us online.
