Vista Driver Dies After Fleeing Solo Crash Into Tree

Authorities are investigating whether impairment played a role in the fatal collision and are calling for witnesses to assist with the case.

Overview

A 30-year-old man died Saturday night from injuries sustained in a solo car crash in Vista after fleeing the scene with a passenger.
The crash occurred around 6 p.m. when the driver’s Honda Civic failed to navigate a curve on North Santa Fe Avenue and struck a tree.
Witnesses reported that another vehicle retrieved the driver and passenger before deputies arrived at the crash site.
Deputies found the unconscious driver over an hour later at a residence on Apollo Drive, where he succumbed to his injuries, including a punctured lung.
Vista Sheriff’s Station Traffic Investigators and the Medical Examiner’s Office are examining the crash, including possible alcohol or drug involvement, and have urged anyone with information or video evidence to come forward.