E-Bike Rider Killed in Hit-and-Run Crash on Balboa Avenue in Clairemont

Suspect in Mercedes E-Class Sought in Deadly Hit-and-Run Collision

SAN DIEGO, Calif. (April 3, 2025) — A 36-year-old man riding an e-bike died Saturday in Clairemont when he was struck by on Balboa Avenue by a hit-and-run driver.

The deadly collision occurred around 1:30 a.m. on March 29th, according to the San Diego Police Department.

Investigators are working to locate the suspect whose vehicle left behind clues with debris in the roadway including a right-side mirror, bumper, and lower front grill. Police believe the suspect’s vehicle was a gray 2-door or 4-door Mercedes E-Class sedan. It may also have a smashed windshield from the collision.

Police believe the westbound driver hit the e-bike rider from behind on Balboa Avenue near the Interstate 805 Freeway.

The motorist fled the scene without stopping to help the severely injured man who was eventually taken to a hospital where he died. The San Diego Medical Examiner will released the victim’s name after his family is notified.

Meanwhile, Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for tips that help police identify the vehicle and driver.

Witnesses or anyone with information about the suspect or vehicle, should contact the police department’s traffic division at (858) 573-5002 or the Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line at (888) 580-8477.

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Source: SDUT