San Diego, California (September 10, 2025) — A 39-year-old man was critically injured Wednesday evening after being struck by a vehicle while crossing Grand Avenue in Pacific Beach, according to the San Diego Police Department.
Incident Details: The crash occurred around 7:41 p.m. in the 2500 block of Grand Avenue. Police said the man was crossing mid-block when he was hit by a westbound blue Toyota Prius driven by a 48-year-old woman. The pedestrian suffered a spinal fracture, brain bleed, a dislocated knee, and a collapsed lung. He was transported to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries. Authorities confirmed that alcohol was not a factor in the collision.
Investigation and Legal Considerations: The San Diego Police Traffic Division is investigating the crash. While DUI has been ruled out, investigators will evaluate factors such as visibility, pedestrian right-of-way, and driver attentiveness. In serious pedestrian crashes, victims and their families may pursue personal injury claims to recover medical expenses, long-term care costs, and damages for pain and suffering.
I wish the injured man strength and a full recovery as he undergoes treatment for his critical injuries.
Source: La Jolla Light