Two Women Injured in Pedestrian Collision near Tonopah Avenue in Bay Park

SAN DIEGO, CA (October 11, 2023) – Saturday evening, two elderly women were hurt in a pedestrian crash on Knoxville Street in San Diego. 

The collision happened around 6:55 p.m., at the 17000 block of Knoxville Street in the neighborhood of Bay Park.

Per reports, the 79-year-old female driver of a southbound 2013 Toyota Venza struck two pedestrians.

Eventually, emergency personnel arrived and transported one of the pedestrians to a hospital for non-life-threatening injuries. The other victim complained about pain. 

Authorities only described the victims as females, ages 64 and 67 years old. Police do not suspect drugs and alcohol to be a factor in the collision. 

At this time, San Diego officials are asking those who witnessed the crash to contact Crime Stoppers at 888-580-8477.

Whether you are a driver or a pedestrian, it is important to abide by all traffic laws and observe safety precautions. If you’re behind the wheel, do your part to avoid distractions and look out for pedestrians at all times. If you’re crossing the street, do so at designated crosswalks or intersections. When walking alongside a road, remain on the sidewalk wherever possible. If there is no sidewalk, walk on the shoulder and face oncoming traffic. By obeying traffic laws and being cautious of the conditions of the road, you can help prevent an unforeseen accident and keep yourself and others safe.

It is important to have strong legal representation on your side when injured in a pedestrian crash. Reach out to the personal injury and wrongful death attorneys at Sweet James today. With 20 years of experience in the field, we know what it takes to help you win your case. Our team understands what you are going through, and we are here to help you seek justice and compensation. Call us at 1-844-363-7713 for a free and confidential case evaluation. You can reach us 24 hours a day and 7 days a week through email, text, and online chat.