around a thursday evening San Diego State University A disastrous turn came when a 26 year old woman hit by a vehicle while crossing Montezuma Road In college area. accident that happened around 5:20 pm On December 12, the woman was hospitalized with multiple serious injuries and renewed concerns about pedestrian safety on one of San Diego’s busiest university corridors.
What happened
According to officials, this collision occurred 6500 block of Montezuma Road As soon as the woman tried to cross the road. One Eastbound Honda Accord Traveling in the far-left lane it was struck, sending shockwaves through a busy area near the complex.
Emergency crews responded quickly and the woman was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. Driver, A 28 year old manRemained at the scene and was not injured.
Injuries and medical conditions
Doctors have confirmed injuries to the pedestrian significant but non-life-threatening injuriesInvolved:
- head injury
- A broken pelvis
- A fractured femur
- A fractured sacrum
While officials say her injuries are not life-threatening, they are serious and will likely require extensive medical care, rehabilitation and a lengthy recovery process. Pelvic and femur fractures are among the most painful and mobility-limiting injuries, often requiring months of treatment and physical therapy.
Community impact and safety concerns
This accident has had a deep impact sdsu community And nearby residents. Montezuma Road is a major thoroughfare for students, teachers, and local drivers, especially in the evening when foot traffic is heavy.
Eyewitnesses described a sudden change from a normal weekday atmosphere to chaos as emergency lights flooded the street and traffic was disrupted. The incident has once again raised concerns about pedestrian safety in high-traffic university areas.
investigation underway
San Diego Police are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash, including traffic conditions, visibility and whether speed or other factors played a role. No arrests or citations have been announced at this time.
Authorities have not released the identity of the injured woman.
looking ahead
As the investigation continues, the focus now turns to the injured woman’s recovery and the broader discussion about road safety near SDSU. Community members and safety advocates are urging drivers and pedestrians to remain vigilant, especially in areas where students frequently cross busy streets.
The physical evidence may have been cleaned from Montezuma Road, but the impact of Thursday’s crash still lingers — witnesses, the university community and, most of all, a young woman now faces a long and painful road to healing.
This story may be updated with more information as it becomes available.
