News Summary
A 69-year-old man is in critical condition after being struck by a vehicle while crossing Sports Arena Boulevard in San Diego. The accident occurred early in the morning when a driver failed to see the man as he crossed the street. The victim has been taken to a local hospital for urgent treatment. Authorities are investigating the incident and urging witnesses to come forward, highlighting ongoing concerns about pedestrian safety in the area due to previous incidents.
San Diego Man in Critical Condition After Pedestrian Accident
A 69-year-old man is in critical condition after being struck by a car while crossing the street on Sports Arena Boulevard in San Diego. The incident occurred around 3:22 a.m. on August 3, 2025, in the 4100 block of Sports Arena Boulevard.
According to the San Diego Police, the man was crossing the street when he was hit by a 2015 Toyota Rav4, which was being driven southbound on Sports Arena Boulevard by a 28-year-old female driver. The driver reportedly did not see the man as he attempted to cross the road. Following the collision, the victim suffered life-threatening injuries and was promptly transported to a local hospital for urgent medical treatment.
Authorities are currently investigating the incident and are urging any witnesses or individuals with information to come forward by contacting Crime Stoppers at 888-580-8477.
Previous Pedestrian Fatality on Sports Arena Boulevard
This latest accident comes just a few months after another pedestrian-related incident in the same vicinity. On May 9, 2025, a 51-year-old man was killed while crossing Sports Arena Boulevard outside of a crosswalk in the Midway District. This earlier incident occurred at approximately 10:57 p.m. in the 3400 block of Sports Arena Boulevard.
In that case, the pedestrian was walking from the south to the north curbline when he entered the path of a 2016 Toyota Camry driven by a 22-year-old man. Following the collision, the man was transported to a hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. The authorities confirmed that speed and impairment were not contributing factors to this fatal accident. The driver involved remained at the scene and is cooperating with the ongoing investigation.
Call for Awareness and Safety
The series of incidents on Sports Arena Boulevard raises concern about pedestrian safety in the area. Police have emphasized the importance of both drivers and pedestrians being vigilant while navigating busy streets. The call for increased awareness comes in light of the two significant accidents involving pedestrians that have occurred within months of one another.
As investigations continue into both incidents, authorities stress the need for community involvement to enhance safety measures and protect vulnerable road users, particularly in high-traffic areas. With the potential for dangerous situations involving pedestrians, the San Diego community is urged to exercise caution and ensure all precautions are taken when driving or crossing streets.
While the identity of the 69-year-old man in the most recent accident has not yet been released, further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.
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