Driver and Passenger Injured Following Solo-Car Crash on Point Loma Avenue

SAN DIEGO, CA (August 30, 2022) – Friday evening, a solo-car crash on Point Loma Avenue left two individuals with injuries.

The incident occurred around 11: 21 p.m., on August 12th, near Santa Barbara Street.

According to the CHP, a 41-year-old woman, driving a Subaru sedan southbound on Point Loma at high speeds, attempted to turn westbound on Santa Barbara Street and collided with a tree.

When paramedics arrived, the driver, who had not been wearing a seatbelt before the crash, was taken to the hospital with an open fracture to her right ankle. According to police, the driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries but needed medical attention. Meanwhile, the passenger, who was wearing a seatbelt, only complained of pain.

Officials have not yet released the identities of both victims. Anyone with information about the crash should contact San Diego police at 858-495-7800 or Crime Stoppers at 888-580-8477.

If you’re behind the wheel, pay full attention to the road and your surroundings. Maintain focus on the road, and avoid distractions that could easily lead to dangerous collisions. If you are feeling unable to drive, call an Uber or Lyft. By doing so, you can avoid accidents like the solo-vehicle crash on Point Loma Avenue.

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