Sometimes the danger doesn’t come from drivers.
Or even on the roadway.
That was the case in San Diego Friday, when one person was killed and another injured riding on the bike path at the city’s Lake Murray around 7:25 am.
According to multiple sources, the two bicyclists collided head-on while reportedly exceeding the posted 10 mph speed limit.
One victim died at the scene, while the other was hospitalized.
There’s no word on exactly where on the trail around Lake Murray that the crash occurred, but people who know the trail say there are a number of blind curves where you wouldn’t see someone coming from the opposite direction.
There’s also no information yet on the identity of either victim, or the condition of the survivor.
This is at least the 42nd bicycling fatality in Southern California this year, and the ninth that I’m aware of in San Diego County.
Update: The victim has been identified as 68-year old El Cajon resident David Engler.
Authorities say he was not wearing a helmet, but while the medical examiner’s report says he died of blunt force trauma, it does not indicate whether he suffered a head injury.
The other victim was hospitalized with non-life threatening injuries.
My deepest sympathy and prayers for David Engler and his loved one.
And best wishes for a full and fast recovery for the surviving victim.
