San Diego, CA (May 29, 2024) – A tragic accident occurred last week on the southbound side of the 805 near Otay Valley Regional Park, resulting in the death of a local bicyclist.
Incident Details: Victor Fields, a 66-year-old resident of San Diego, was riding his bicycle on the shoulder of the freeway when he was involved in a collision. The incident took place on the Palm Avenue offramp around 7:30 p.m. on May 29. According to the San Diego County Medical Examiner’s Office, Fields was struck by a Toyota sedan that swerved onto the shoulder for reasons that are currently under investigation. Fields sustained fatal injuries from the collision and died at the scene. The sudden and tragic nature of the accident has left the community and his family in mourning.
Investigation and Legal Implications: Authorities are investigating the crash as an accident. The investigation will focus on determining the cause of the swerve, including whether factors such as distraction, impairment, or a mechanical issue played a role. Based on the information available, the family of the victim may benefit from speaking to a wrongful death lawyer.
My deepest condolences go out to the family and friends of Victor Fields. I hope that the investigation is able to determine the reason this accident happened.
Source: Times of San Diego