An incident on Mission Bay Drive in the Pacific Beach neighborhood has resulted in the death of a pedestrian and the arrest of a motorist on suspicion of driving under the influence. Shortly before 9 p.m. yesterday, a male pedestrian was hit by a car while crossing the 4200 block of Mission Bay Drive, according to San Diego police. The pedestrian, whose name has not yet been disclosed, was pronounced dead at the scene. San Diego Police Department reported that a large pickup truck had initially stopped for the pedestrian, who then continued to run into southbound traffic, where he was struck.
The driver, a 23-year-old male behind a 2003 Subaru WRX wheel, could not see the pedestrian due to the pickup's obstruction and collided with the victim. Following the incident, the Subaru's driver was taken into custody for DUI. Running eastbound, the man entered the vehicle's path, culminating in the tragic outcome. Units from the Traffic Division are currently investigating the circumstances of the collision.
San Diego authorities are now reaching out to the public for further information on this fatal event. Any witnesses or individuals with relevant details are urged to contact the Traffic Division or to offer anonymous tips via Crime Stoppers at 888-580-8477. The investigation is ongoing, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
