Woman Critically Injured in Hit-and-Run Bicycle Accident on Rancho Penasquitos Boulevard near Via Del Sud [San Diego, CA]

Bicyclist Seriously Injured in Hit-and-Run Bike Crash on Rancho Penasquitos Boulevard in San Diego

 
SAN DIEGO, CA (July 15, 2024) — A woman suffered life-threatening injuries in a hit-and-run bicycle accident on Rancho Penasquitos Boulevard near Via Del Sud.
 
According to the San Diego Police Department, the hit-and-run happened around 8:40 a.m. Sunday. Authorities are investigating what drove a motorist to hit an eastbound bicyclist in the 13100 block of Rancho Penasquitos Boulevard. The eastbound driver, reportedly driving recklessly prior to the impact, drove off, leaving the 60-year-old woman with significant brain bleeding and a fractured spine.
 
Soon after the crash, paramedics took her to a hospital for immediate surgery for injuries deemed life-threatening. At this time, the San Diego Police Department’s Traffic Investigation Unit would like any witnesses’ help searching for the driver of the silver or charcoal gray mid-size SUV that struck the Polygon Entity mountain bike rider. Those with information can contact San Diego Police.
 
Drivers should take several precautions to avoid hitting a bicyclist. Slow down and give them space. Maintaining a safe distance between your car and them provides more buffer room should a hazard occur. Pass with care and be respectful.

You could be eligible for compensation if you suffered an injury in a bicycle accident. The Law Offices of Daniel Kim has been helping the injured since its inception. Facing a traffic collision can be challenging. Not only are you recovering from physical injuries but also emotional and economic damage. Instead of settling with the insurance company’s offer, contact a personal injury lawyer who will remind you of your rights. We can help you deal with your bicycle accident case and ensure you obtain a more promising outcome. For a free case assessment, dial (800) 895-7199.