Huy Dang Killed in Wrong-Way Head-On Crash on Interstate 8 in El Cajon
Huy Dang ID’d as Man Killed in El Cajon Crash on Interstate 8 near Dunbar Lane
El Cajon, California (April 13, 2021) – The man who died early Saturday morning following a traffic accident involving a wrong-way driver in El Cajon has been identified as Huy Dang, 59, of San Diego, according to the San Diego County Medical Examiner’s Bureau.
The deadly crash happened about 2:07 a.m. Saturday, April 10, on the westbound side of Interstate 8, just west of Dunbar Lane.
Authorities said a gray Toyota Scion was traveling eastbound in the westbound lanes of Interstate 8 at a high rate of speed when it collided head-on with a westbound blue Honda CR-V driven by Dang.
Dang was pronounced dead at the scene.
The wrong-way driver was taken to Sharp Memorial Hospital in San Diego to be treated for major injuries before being arrested on suspicion of DUI.
The crash remains under investigation by the CHP- El Cajon.
Tips on What to do after a Car Accident in California
- Always stop and remain at the scene.
- Check if you or your passengers have been injured. In case someone is hurt, call emergency services or ask someone else to help.
- Get to safety – If your car is drivable, move it to a safe area. If it’s not, turn your hazard lights on and set up flares.
- Call 911 to report the accident.
- Never discuss or admit fault. Instead, wait for a police officer and insurance companies representatives to figure out the fault.
- Document the accident and exchange information with other drivers.
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