Yesterday, in Hillcrest, it turned tense around 9:18 PM when a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle at the intersection of W Washington Street and Front Street, according to officials. The pedestrian suffered serious injuries and was taken to a local hospital. Westbound lanes of W Washington were shut down while first responders worked the scene, and traffic quickly backed up through the neighborhood as police urged drivers to steer clear until the road reopened.
Crash Near Busy Hillcrest Intersection
According to FOX 5 San Diego, which cited the San Diego Police Department, the collision took place at about 9:18 PM at W Washington and Front. The pedestrian was reported to have sustained serious injuries and was transported to a hospital. Investigators closed the westbound lanes of W Washington while they documented the scene, a process that was expected to take several hours as crews worked to clear the area.
What Officials Are Urging
Officials asked drivers to avoid the area and use alternate routes while the investigation continued, according to the San Diego Police Department. Police did not immediately release the name of the injured pedestrian or provide information about the driver. SDPD's Traffic Division investigators were expected to handle the investigation into how the crash occurred.
Traffic Mess And Neighborhood Slowdown
The lane closure created a traffic headache in Hillcrest during busy evening hours, sending drivers onto side streets and slowing trips through the neighborhood, per FOX 5 San Diego. Nearby businesses reported a dip in foot traffic while emergency vehicles and crews remained at the intersection. City crews worked with police to get traffic flowing normally again as quickly as possible.
Investigation Still Underway
SDPD asked anyone with information, including dash-cam video or photos, to contact the San Diego Police Department. Police have not said whether any charges will be filed, and the investigation remains active. This story will be updated as authorities release additional details.
