Last night, a 36-year-old man driving a 2024 Audi A4 suffered serious injuries after losing control of his vehicle and crashing into a large tree on Black Mountain Rd. in Rancho Penasquitos. According to the San Diego Police Department (SDPD), the accident occurred at approximately 11:26 PM. The driver, whose name has not been released, was rushed to a local hospital where he is being treated for a cervical fracture, cerebral contusion, a closed left humeral fracture, pulmonary contusion, and a significant 7-inch gash on his forehead. SDPD's Traffic Division has taken charge of the investigation.
The incident left onlookers shocked as emergency services arrived on the scene of the crash, the mangled car against the tree bearing testament to the violent impact—the exact reasons for the driver's failure to navigate the curve remain under scrutiny by the authorities. Officer D. O'Brien, the Watch Commander overseeing the case, reported that the driver overcorrected after striking the guardrail and subsequently jumped the raised center median before crashing. These details underscore the violent sequence of events that led to the traumatic injuries sustained.
While the SDPD continues to piece together the causes of this collision, they urge anyone with information regarding this incident to come forward, hoping that witnesses can shed light on the events leading up to the fateful moment. Crime Stoppers has also been enlisted to aid in gathering information, offering a way for tipsters to leave information anonymously by calling 888-580-8477, suggesting a concerted effort to determine the factors that played a part in the accident.
The road where the accident occurred is known for its challenging curves, and officers on the scene have not ruled out external factors such as road conditions or vehicle malfunction. However, further investigation, including a mechanical inspection of the Audi and an examination of roadway conditions at the time of the accident, will be necessary to draw conclusive results. The SDPD has not released any updates on the driver's current condition.
