Four People Pronounced Dead after Suspected DUI Crash near Kearny Mesa

SAN DIEGO, CA (July 22, 2024) – Early Friday morning, a multi-vehicle DUI accident on State Route 163 took the lives of four people.

California Highway Patrol officers responded to the scene around 1:20 a.m., on the southbound lanes of the freeway just north of Interstate 805. 

Based on the initial investigation, two Toyota Prius’ and a Toyota Tacoma pickup-truck collided in the southbound lanes.

Medical personnel arrived and pronounced two individuals dead at the scene. Meanwhile, another victim succumbed to their injuries after being transported to a local hospital.

Three of the four victims were described as male, ages 26, 25, and 27. Authorities are working to identify the fourth victim. 

Police officers arrested the driver of the Tacoma and the other Prius, ages 32 and 25, for suspected DUI. 

At this time, San Diego Officials continue to investigate the fatal State Route 163 multi-vehicle crash. Once available, further details will be provided.

Our law firm sends out our heartfelt sympathies to the friends and family of the victims during this time.

Losing a loved one in a car accident can have devastating effects on the emotional and financial well-being of those left behind. All of us at Sweet James strongly believe each client’s case is unique and deserves full individual attention. We will fight to achieve the justice and compensation you and your family deserve. Call us today at 1-844-363-7713 for a free and confidential case evaluation.