Sad news from El Cajon, where a man died days after he was gravely injured in a collision.
According to the San Diego Union-Tribune, 56-year old Robert Bronk, who lived on the streets, was struck by a driver while riding his bike at El Cajon Blvd and West Lexington Ave around 10 am on Sunday, April 18th.
Actually, the paper says he was hit by a vehicle, with no mention whatsoever that it had a driver.
Bronk was taken to San Diego’s Sharp Memorial Hospital with traumatic head injuries, and given end-of-life care due to the severity of his injuries.
He died last Friday, five days after he was injured; the tragedy of his death was compounded by the tragedy of his circumstances.
Like any human being, he deserved better.
This is at least the 22nd bicycling fatality in Southern California this year, and the fifth that I’m aware of in San Diego County.
My deepest sympathy and prayers for Robert Bronk and his loved ones.
Thanks to Phillip Young for the heads-up.
