INJURED IN AN ACCIDENT?

[04-11-2025] San Diego County, CA – Man Killed in Hit-And-Run Crash on Torrey Pines Road in La Jolla

A 25-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run crash after being ejected from his scooter on Torrey Pines Road in La Jolla, San Diego, on Friday night, April 11, 2025.

According to the San Diego Police Department, at around 9:00 p.m., the man had been riding a 2023 Yamaha XMAX sport scooter northbound in the 3200 block of Torrey Pines Road when he failed to navigate a curve and struck a concrete jersey barrier.

The impact ejected the rider from the scooter and threw him into the southbound lanes, where he was run over by an unknown vehicle that fled the scene without stopping.

Emergency responders arrived and pronounced the man dead at the scene. His identity has not yet been released.

SDPD’s Traffic Division is investigating the incident.

Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?

Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:

Check yourself for any injuries.
Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
Seek immediate medical attention.
Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.

What A Lawyer Can Do For You

Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.