Yesterday, a serious collision occurred on El Cajon Boulevard in the University Heights neighborhood, leaving one pedestrian with significant injuries. According to a press release distributed via email by the San Diego Police Department, a 37-year-old motorist driving a 2007 Mercedes-Benz S550 struck a 36-year-old man who was crossing the street away from a crosswalk.
The incident, logged by Officer J. Perales, occurred at approximately 9:15 p.m. Witnesses saw the pedestrian, illegally crossing El Cajon Boulevard, walking from the north sidewalk to the south when he was hit in the number one lane. The impact resulted in severe trauma to the pedestrian, including an open fracture to his leg and a partial amputation of his foot. While walking from the north to the south sidewalk, the pedestrian, who had reportedly been drinking, suffered life-changing injuries.
The driver of the Mercedes was not suspected to be under the influence of alcohol at the time of the collision. The San Diego Police Department's Traffic Division is taking the lead on the investigation into the incident. They are currently looking into the circumstances surrounding the collision and have not released any further details about potential charges or citations at this time.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward and assist with the ongoing investigation. As the injured man continues to receive care for his injuries, the police request that any witnesses or individuals with knowledge about the events leading up to the accident call Crime Stoppers at 888-580-8477. Helping with the investigation, relied upon testimony from the community may play a crucial role in piecing together this unfortunate event.
