On March 30, 2023, at 6:49 a.m., the City of Carlsbad Police Department responded to the 2700 block of Faraday Avenue regarding a traffic collision involving three vehicles. 

Upon arrival, officers located the collision and reported a Mazda MX-5 on fire. The Carlsbad Fire Department extinguished the vehicle fire and provided medical care to the Honda Accord's and Toyota Corolla's occupants, who were transported to hospitals. The occupant of the Mazda succumbed to their injuries at the scene.

Initial evidence and witness statements indicate the Mazda was traveling eastbound on Faraday Avenue and lost control due to its excessive speed and wet roadway. The Mazda crossed into the westbound lanes and was struck by a Honda and Toyota. 

The identities of the drivers have not been confirmed, and the investigation is ongoing. 

The Carlsbad Police Department is asking anyone with information about this incident to contact Traffic Accident Investigator Corporal Matt Bowen. 

For more information
Accident Investigator, Corporal Matt Bowen, 442-339-2282 or matt.bowen@carlsbadca.gov.

Police media contact
Alonso DeVelasco, Traffic Lieutenant, 442-339-5578/760-607-9629 or alonso.develasco@carlsbadca.gov