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LINDA VISTA, San Diego County, Calif., Oct. 29, 2026 — A black taxi and a Ford truck collided on northbound State Route 163 near Genesee Avenue on Wednesday afternoon, October 28. The crash was reported shortly before 5 p.m. in the Linda Vista area of San Diego.
The California Highway Patrol's traffic log shows both vehicles came to a stop in the far right lane of northbound SR-163 south of Genesee Avenue after the collision. Early radio traffic described the crash as involving a white pickup truck and a black vehicle before dispatchers corrected the report to identify the vehicles as a black taxi and a Ford truck.
Responders requested a medical evaluation unit to the scene, indicating at least one person involved may have needed treatment. The extent of any injuries has not been released.
The California Highway Patrol's initial classification listed the collision as having unknown injuries before it was updated to reflect an ambulance en route. No further details on the cause of the crash or whether any party was at fault have been made public. The incident remains under investigation.
We wish those injured a full recovery.
Intersection Crashes in California
This crash happened at State Route 163 and Genesee Avenue in Linda Vista, CA. Our California intersections page covers intersection crashes across California.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is distracted driving a common factor in highway crashes?
Even a glance away from the road at highway speed covers a long distance blind, which can keep a driver from reacting in time to slowed or stopped traffic ahead.
How can weather or road conditions contribute to a crash like this?
Wet pavement, glare, or heavy traffic can reduce how quickly a driver can stop or steer around a hazard, especially in lanes that are already congested.
What should someone do right after a car accident on a freeway?
Drivers should move to a safe area if possible, turn on hazard lights, check for injuries, and contact law enforcement to file an official report.
Where do most traffic crashes tend to happen?
Crashes frequently cluster near highway interchanges, merge points, and areas with sudden lane changes, where vehicles must adjust speed quickly.
