Fatal crash closes Pacific Beach streets
Police blocked Grand and Mission Boulevards Thursday after a high-speed collision killed one driver.
By Gabriela Ivanov ·
San Diego police closed sections of Grand Avenue and Mission Boulevard on Thursday morning after a fatal car crash in Pacific Beach. The closures blocked traffic near the coast and forced drivers to find alternate routes.
The San Diego Police Department reported that one driver died at the hospital. Officer O'brian confirmed the death. The accident occurred at the intersection of Grand Avenue and Mission Boulevard.
Road closures covered the 700 to 800 block of Grand Avenue between Ocean Boulevard and Bayard Street. Police also blocked the 4300 to 4400 block of Mission Boulevard between Hornblend Street and Thomas Avenue. Officials said these roads would remain closed for several hours while crews responded.
Kenneth Kirk witnessed the collision. He described seeing a black Ford moving at high speed before it hit a Toyota Camry. Kirk said the Ford appeared to be traveling at freeway speeds, estimating the vehicle reached 60 miles per hour or more in an area where speeds typically range from 20 to 25 miles per hour.
Kirk noted that the Camry spun around upon impact. He was unsure if the Camry had run a red light. Police have not yet confirmed the cause of the crash or determined if speeding was a factor in the accident.
