San Diego, CA (May 4, 2026) – A 14-year-old girl died following a single-vehicle crash on Sunday morning, May 3, in the San Carlos neighborhood. Emergency units responded to Navajo Road near Golfcrest Drive shortly after 11:30 a.m.
A 35-year-old woman driving a 2017 Mazda 6 westbound veered onto the north sidewalk, struck an 18-year-old male pedestrian, and continued forward until hitting a tree in the Navajo Road divider. The driver suffered a fractured right ankle. The pedestrian sustained a concussion and an injury to his left arm. Two other child passengers — a 1-year-old and an 8-year-old — were not hurt.
Authorities did not release the identities of those involved or confirm whether alcohol played a role in the accident. The investigation remains ongoing.
We extend our sincerest condolences to the family of the young girl lost in this tragedy.
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In California, families generally have two years from the date of death to file a wrongful death lawsuit. Eligible family members may include a spouse, domestic partner, or children of the person who died. In some cases, other dependents may also have the right to file a claim under California law.
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