15-05-2025
Driver dead after vehicle strikes palm tree in South Bay
CHULA VISTA, Calif. (FOX 5/KUSI) — A woman died Wednesday in a car crash in Chula Vista.
The incident occurred around 1:39 p.m. in the area of 200 Sea Vale Street, according to the Chula Vista Police Department.
When authorities arrived on scene, they found the driver, an elderly woman, with severe injuries.
She was taken to a hospital where she died, police confirmed.
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Authorities learned from witnesses that the driver drifted off the roadway and struck a palm tree.
Driving under the influence is not believed to be a factor in the collision.
The name of the victim has not been released at this time.
Anyone that witnessed the crash or has additional information is asked to contact Officer J. Lee of the Chula Vista Police Department Traffic Bureau at 619-691-5114 . They can also contact San Diego County Crime Stoppers at 888-580-8477 or submit a tip via P3tips (online or mobile application) if they wish to remain anonymous.
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