Carlos Garza Killed after Crashing Into Tow Truck on Interstate 5 in San Diego
Carlos Garza ID’d as Man Killed in San Diego Crash on Southbound Interstate 5 near Main Street
San Diego, California (June 29, 2021) – Authorities have identified the driver of a car who was killed after crashing into the rear of a tow truck mid this month in San Diego as Carlos Guadalupe Garza, 27, of San Diego.
The collision occurred at around 8:09 p.m. Saturday, June 19 on southbound Interstate 5, just north of Main Street.
According to the authorities, Garza was driving a Black Honda Accord southbound on Interstate 5 when, for undetermined reasons, he drifted into the west shoulder of the interstate.
Garza then applied his brakes but ended up rear-ending a tow truck that was parked on the west shoulder of the interstate.
Driver Killed in Interstate 5 Crash in San Diego Identified
Garza was pronounced dead at the scene.
No further details about the crash were immediately provided.
The accident remains under investigation by the California Highway Patrol.
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- 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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