Valley Parkway Traffic Crash Left One Person Killed and 3 Others Injured

ESCONDIDO, CA (October 5, 2021) – A deadly crash on Valley Parkway claimed the life of one person and left 3 others hospitalized last Wednesday.

The incident occurred around 11:43 p.m. on Valley Parkway, just south of Claudan Road.

According to the CHP, an Escondido teen driving a 2000 Honda Prelude veered to the right and left side of the road for unknown reasons.

Subsequently, the Prelude collided with a raised curb before striking a light pole and a tree.

Later on, the investigators revealed that the vehicle was driven by a 17-year-old along with 4 other passengers. Authorities later identified the other occupants as another 17 -year-old boy, 2 18-year-old boys, and a 20-year-old man.

Eventually, the first responders arrived at the scene and pronounced the 20-year-old man dead at the scene.

Meanwhile, paramedics transported the 3 other injured occupants to Palomar Medical Center with major injuries. The last passenger also sustained major injuries and was taken to Sharp Memorial Hospital.

Investigators ruled out intoxication as a factor that contributed to the crash.

In the end, Escondido officials closed down the southbound lane of Valley Parkway until 2:30 a.m. for preliminary investigations.

Authorities are encouraging anyone with information about the crash to contact the CHP Oceanside office at (760)643-3400.

Sweet James sends out their heartfelt sympathies to the friends and family of the victim who are grieving over the loss of their loved one.

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