An investigation is underway after a traffic collision in Encinitas left a bicyclist with serious injuries. The San Diego County Sheriff's Department responded to the scene near the intersection of Encinitas Boulevard and Cerro Street on yesterday evening, according to a report on the San Diego County Sheriff's Department website.
It appears a 79-year-old woman was eastbound in a Hyundai Elantra on Encinitas Boulevard at approximately just before 6:00 p.m. when her car collided with a bicyclist. Just east of Cerro Street, the collision happened, resulting in the 45-year-old male cyclist being rushed to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. The investigation into the collision's cause is still ongoing, and as of now, impairment from drugs or alcohol does not seem to be contributing to this unfortunate event.
Authorities are asking the public for help reconstructing the incident. They are keen on talking to anyone who may have witnessed the crash or possess potentially clarifying footage, such as surveillance or dashcam video. Sergeant Jeremy Collis of the North Coastal Sheriff's Station has opened his line for this purpose, available at (760) 966-3555 or through email at [email protected].
The community of Encinitas, commonly known for its laid-back, beach town atmosphere and friendly biking trails, is reeling from the shock of this severe collision. The Sheriff's Department assures that detailed scrutiny is at the forefront of their efforts to reach a conclusion in the forthcoming days regarding the highlighted incident, aiming at imparting justice and possibly preventing future occurrences amidst their town's populace.
