DUI Crash on SR-52 San Diego Claims Life of Passenger
SAN DIEGO, CA (June 8, 2024) — A devastating collision early over the weekend on State Route 52 in San Diego resulted in the death of a passenger, as reported by the California Highway Patrol. The crash occurred around 2:28 a.m. eastbound, just west of Convoy Street.
Authorities detailed that a 25-year-old man was driving a Nissan Altima at an undetermined speed when he veered off the road and collided with a tree. The impact caused the Nissan to catch fire, and an unidentified passenger was tragically killed after being partially ejected and trapped in the vehicle.
The driver sustained major injuries and was transported to the hospital. Following his release, he was arrested and booked into San Diego County Jail on charges related to driving under the influence. The identity of the deceased passenger in this San Diego DUI crash has not been released, pending notification of next of kin.
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