Driver Killed in Big Rig Accident on Highway 78 [San Marcos, CA]

Driver Killed in Big Rig Accident on Highway 78 [San Marcos, CA]
Driver Killed in Big Rig Accident on Highway 78 [San Marcos, CA]

Fatal Big Rig Collision near South Twin Oaks Valley Road

 
SAN MARCOS, CA (February 27, 2019) – One unidentified driver was killed in a big rig accident Wednesday morning, on Highway 78.
 
Reports indicate that a big rig was stopped on the roadway around 12:15 a.m., for unknown reasons. Authorities also later received multiple calls regarding a Honda CR-V slamming into the rear of the semi around 12:50 a.m. Officers arrived near Twin Oaks Valley Road, in the left lane of the highway soon after.
 
Upon paramedics arrival, the Honda driver was pronounced dead due to the impact of the collision. Furthermore, it is currently unclear why the big rig was disabled or why the driver veered into it.
 
The cause and circumstances of the crash are under investigation by authorities. No further information has been given at this time.


We would like to express our heartfelt sympathies to the friends and family of the victim. May they rest in peace.


Any children of the deceased or surviving spouses have within two years to file a wrongful death claim in California. The Sweet Law Group is a personal injury law firm revered for its hard work and success. We have 44 years of practice, and staff a brilliant team of legal counsels determined to assist you. Granting you full compensation and winning your case is our mission. Whether you have been injured or have suffered a loss in the family due to a reckless driver, call (800) 203-3061 to speak to our case evaluators.
 

 

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