Andrew Coronado of Chula Vista Arrested in DUI Crash on La Media Parkway S [Chula Vista, CA]

Chula Vista, CA (November 1, 2025) – Andrew Coronado, 26, Chula Vista, was arrested following a DUI crash on La Media Parkway S Wednesday night.

The traffic collision happened before 8 p.m. near Main Street East.

Responding officers located a white Mercury Sable that had collided with a black Ford Bronco.

Troopers said an eastbound Mercury driven by Coronado on Main Street struck the Bronco that was traveling south on La Media Parkway. 

Coronado sustained serious, life-threatening injuries while the Ford’s driver, a 31-year-old Chula Vista man, sustained minor injuries.

Investigators believe impairment driving may have played a role in the collision. 

Troopers arrested Andrew Coronado on suspicion of DUI drugs and released to the hospital for medical treatment.

Anyone who may have information on this traffic crash is encouraged to contact the department’s Traffic Bureau at 619-476-5302.

The California Office of Traffic Safety’s “Go Safely” campaign reminds everyone that driving under the influence (DUI) doesn’t just refer to alcohol. A DUI can involve any substance—including marijuana, prescription medication, over-the-counter drugs, or illegal substances—that affects your ability to drive safely. Even when taken legally, some medications can slow your reflexes, impair judgment, or make you drowsy behind the wheel.

Every driver has a role to play in preventing tragedies. Despite public awareness efforts, reckless and impaired driving continues to claim lives. In California alone, someone loses their life in a traffic crash every few hours—a heartbreaking reminder of how critical road safety truly is.

Remember, sharing the road means sharing responsibility. Stay alert, respect other drivers, and watch out for pedestrians, cyclists, and motorcyclists. A moment of care can save a life—perhaps even your own.

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