4 Including 3 Children Injured in Rear-End Collision at Skyline and Woodman in San Diego
San Diego, California (July 3, 2022) – Four people including three children were injured in a car crash in the Skyline area of San Diego on Sunday evening.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the accident happened at around 6:50 p.m. at Skyline Drive and Woodman Street.
A 70-year-old man was driving a 2019 Ford F250 east on Skyline Drive and was making a right turn onto Woodman when he was rear-ended by a 2001 Honda driven by a 25-year-old man.
The children — a pair of 3-year-olds and a 4-year-old—were inside the Honda and were hospitalized with major injuries.
3 Preschoolers Seriously Injured in San Diego Rear-End Crash
Officials say the children were not properly fastened in when the crash happened
The driver of the Ford pickup truck was hospitalized with a neck injury.
The condition of the Honda driver was not disclosed.
An investigation into the accident is ongoing.
Fourth of July Weekend – Celebrate Responsibly and Stay Safe
Fourth of July is around the corner, and as usual, many Californians are planning to travel and celebrate. At Pacific Attorney Group, we would like to remind all drivers to plan their journeys well and ensure the safety of their loved ones and fellow road users.
Over five million Californians have plans to travel over the 4th of July holiday. With most traveling by car, allow extra time to get to your destination, according to AAA Southern California.
According to the Riverside County Sheriff's Department, as many as 500 people were killed in crashes throughout the US during the Fourth of July weekend in 2020. 41% of these fatal traffic collisions were alcohol-related.
What does DUI Include? It is important to conduct some research and be informed about how certain drugs may affect your ability to drive. Driving under the influence is not only about alcohol, but also includes impairment from over-the-counter medications, prescription drugs, and marijuana. While some celebrations may include alcohol, make sure to offer non-alcoholic beverages to designated drivers.
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