Driver dies after high-speed crash into wall in Chula Vista

Publish Date: 2022/04/12

SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CA — A man died Monday afternoon after a single-vehicle collision near St. Marks Lutheran Church in a residential area of Chula Vista, according to FOX 5 San Diego.

Chula Vista Police responded to the scene in the 600 block of Hilltop Drive shortly after 3:26 p.m.

A early investigation indicates the man was driving a Volkswagen Passat when he stopped at a red light at the corner of East J Street and Hilltop Drive. The driver was seen remaining at the intersection for several seconds after the light turned green. He then suddenly sped northbound on Hilltop Drive. Moments later, the vehicle veered to the right of the roadway and crossed a driveway before colliding with a tree and a brick wall.

Authorities were trying to determine whether the driver experienced a medical emergency at the time of the crash. At this time, speed is considered to be a factor.

An investigation was underway.

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