Man Injured in Pedestrian Collision on Morena Boulevard [San Diego, CA]

Man Chased Ball and Struck at the 1900 block of Morena Boulevard

 
SAN DIEGO, CA (June 22, 2018) – A man was seriously injured in a pedestrian collision on Morena Boulevard Friday night when he went after a ball into the street and was struck by a car.
 
Police received a report about the collision at around 7:00 PM at the 1900 block of Morena Boulevard, according to the San Diego Police Department. The 26-year-old male victim was chasing after a bouncing a basketball on the sidewalk and into the street when he was struck by the car.
 
The car was identified as a Ford Escape with a male driver, and it was driving northbound on Morena Boulevard when it hit the man. The victim sustained life-threatening injuries and was rushed to the hospital.
 
Police are still investigating the collision.
 
It is important to always be on the lookout in an area with pedestrians, especially if you are at an area with intersections. And if you are a pedestrian, stay alert, keep away from the roadway, and look out for incoming vehicles. By obeying traffic laws and being cautious of your surroundings, you can prevent unforeseen accidents and keep yourself and others safe.

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