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Zachary Goodall dies in two-vehicle accident on Interstate 5

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Infiniti struck the rear of a Honda SUV near Clairemont Drive

June 14, 2026 | Bay Park, CA

What happened in the crash?

    police lightsZachary Ryan Goodall, 25, died after an Infiniti sedan crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV on northbound Interstate 5 south of Clairemont Drive.

  • Date: June 14
  • Time: Shortly after 11:30 p.m.
  • Location: Northbound Interstate 5, south of Clairemont Drive, Bay Park
  • Vehicles: Infiniti sedan and Honda SUV
  • Victim: Zachary Ryan Goodall, 25, passenger in the Infiniti
  • Outcome: Pronounced dead at Scripps Memorial Hospital, La Jolla

Why do these accidents happen?

Unsafe driving behaviors such as speeding, impairment, and distraction remain leading contributors to fatal collisions nationwide. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports motor vehicle crashes as a top cause of injury death across multiple age groups.

Contributing FactorPercentage of Fatal CrashesSource
Speeding29%Federal Highway Administration
Impaired Driving30%CDC
Distracted Driving15%National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Legal Insights

National analysts note that families facing these situations benefit from a prompt, independent review of available evidence.

“In cases such as this, an attorney can re-interview witnesses, examine surveillance video, and obtain phone records to help clarify what occurred.”

— Candice Bond, managing partner at Bond Legal.

Key takeaways

  • Early collection of records can protect critical evidence
  • Coordination with law enforcement supports a thorough review
  • Families may explore civil options while investigations continue

Support after a fatal collision

Pending investigation results, surviving family members may pursue a wrongful death claim to address economic losses and other damages.

“We understand that losing a loved one is not only a deeply emotional loss but also an economic one. 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.”

— Stefano Formica, of counsel with Bond Legal.

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