Driver Killed in El Cajon Collision with Box Truck

A tragic collision in El Cajon, California, resulted in the death of a 19-year-old driver on March 14, 2024. The incident, which involved a BMW and a box truck, occurred around 15:25 near the intersection of Broadway and Oro Street, according to the El Cajon Police Department.

Upon arrival at the scene, officers found the box truck overturned and, according to witnesses, briefly engulfed in flames. The driver of the BMW, identified as Jesse Hernandez of El Cajon, was trapped inside the severely damaged vehicle. Emergency responders extricated Hernandez and transported him to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

The two delivery workers inside the box truck sustained minor injuries. The police have indicated that excessive speed may have been a contributing factor to the crash. Witnesses reported that the BMW was possibly engaged in a speed contest with another vehicle just prior to the collision.

Police Lieutenant Joe Crawford stated, “Excessive speed appears to be a factor, with witnesses reporting the BMW was possibly involved in a speed contest with a separate vehicle before colliding with the delivery box truck.”

At present, no arrests have been made in connection to the incident. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the crash to contact the El Cajon Police Department at 619-579-3311.

The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collision is ongoing, as officials work to piece together the events leading up to this tragic outcome. The community of El Cajon is mourning the loss of a young life, while also reflecting on the dangers of reckless driving.