Crime & Safety
Driver Killed In Fiery Solo Crash On SR-78 In San Marcos
The driver was trapped inside the car and was pronounced dead at the scene, authorities said.
SAN MARCOS, CA — A motorist was killed in a fiery rollover crash on state Route 78 in San Marcos, authorities said Monday.
The crash was reported about 8:30 p.m. Sunday on westbound SR-78, east of Twin Oaks Valley Road, said California Highway Patrol Officer Juan Escobar.
A man was driving a 2017 Dodge Challenger on the westbound highway when, for unknown reasons, he allowed the car to veer left and strike a metal signpost, Escobar said. The car then swerved left and overturned before bursting into flames.
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The driver was trapped inside the car and was pronounced dead at the scene, the officer said. The victim's name and age were not immediately available.
— City News Service