1 Killed, 1 Injured in Two-Vehicle Collision near Old Highway 395
SAN DIEGO, CA (October 17, 2022) – Thursday, a passenger was killed and a driver was airlifted after a 2-car accident on Interstate 15.
The fatal incident happened around 7:13 a.m., on the southbound lanes of I-15, south of Old Highway 395.
Per reports, the driver of a gray Honda Civic veered from the southbound lanes and crashed into the rear of a disabled tractor-trailer on the freeway’s right shoulder.
Paramedics airlifted the driver, a 19-year-old male, to a hospital with life-threatening injuries.
Due to the extent of injuries sustained, first responders pronounced the 18-year-old male passenger dead at the scene. Both occupants were from Baldwin City Park, California.
Meanwhile, the 32-year-old tractor-trailer driver from Riverside remained uninjured.
At this time, officials are working to determine if intoxication played a role in the incident.
Those with further information regarding the 2-car accident on Interstate 15 are encouraged to contact the CHP Oceanside area office at (760) 643-3400.
The team at Sweet James offers their warm and sincerest sympathies to the friends and family of the deceased victim. May you find comfort and strength during this difficult time.
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