
Bicyclist Killed in Crash on Highway 78
ESCONDIDO, Calif. (Jan. 23, 2025) — A fatal bicycle accident happened Thursday morning on state Route Highway 78 at Idaho Avenue in Escondido.
The deadly crash occurred around 8:33 a.m. on Jan. 24th, according to the California Highway Patrol.
CHP officials reported several vehicles pulled over after the rider crashed due to unknown circumstances.
Paramedics responded to the scene with an ambulance, but it’s unknown if the rider died on scene or later at the hospital.
“The intersection here is controlled by traffic lights and crosswalks in all directions,” said Attorney James Johnson. “There is also a marked bike lane for cyclists and the speed limit is 50 mph for motorists.”
The CHP report did not mention if a motorist was involved, but investigators are working to determine the cause of the accident and liability.
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Source: CHP Incident: 0244
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