Honda CR-V and Dodge Durango crashed south of Laurel Street in San Diego
May 29, 2026 | San Diego, CA
What happened in the crash?
An early-morning collision on southbound Interstate 5 near San Diego International Airport claimed two lives, including 62-year-old Jesus Verduzco of Bonita.
Jesus Verduzco, 62, died after a wrong-way crash involving a Honda CR-V and Dodge Durango on Interstate 5 south of Laurel Street in San Diego.
- Date and time: May 29 at approximately 3 a.m.
- Location: Southbound Interstate-5, south of Laurel Street
- Vehicles: Blue Dodge Durango and white Honda CR-V
- Fatalities: Jesus Verduzco, Honda driver, and the Durango driver
- Cause: Vehicle traveling northbound in southbound lanes
The California Highway Patrol San Diego Area Office is leading the investigation.
Why do wrong-way crashes occur?
Wrong-way driving remains rare yet disproportionately lethal. The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety recorded 2,008 deaths from wrong-way crashes on divided highways between 2015 and 2018. Medically consulted injuries from all motor-vehicle incidents reached 5.1 million in 2023, according to the National Safety Council.
Wrong-Way Crash Statistics
Source |
Statistic |
Period |
|---|
AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety |
2,008 wrong-way deaths on divided highways |
2015–2018 |
National Safety Council |
5.1 million medically consulted injuries |
2023 |
Legal Insights
In cases such as this, an independent review can help families understand what occurred.
“In addition to the diligent work of law enforcement, an attorney can re-interview important witnesses, analyze any surveillance video from the scene of the crash, and obtain phone and texting records of the liable party,” said Candice Bond, managing partner of Bond Legal.
“We understand that losing a loved one is not only a deeply emotional loss but also an economic one,” said Stefano Formica, of counsel with Bond Legal. “If you have lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligence, contact a wrongful death attorney and get the guidance needed to obtain the justice you deserve.”
Key takeaways
- Time-sensitive evidence collection strengthens review processes
- Witness re-interviews and video analysis add clarity
- Phone records can help establish the sequence of circumstances
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