High School Freshman, 14, Dies After Car She Was in Hit Pedestrians and a Tree

A tragic incident occurred in San Carlos, California, resulting in the death of a 14-year-old girl and injuries to several others. The girl, identified as Angelina Santillan Coronel, was a freshman at Patrick Henry High School in San Diego. The crash took place on Sunday afternoon around 11:30 AM local time on Navajo Road.

According to reports from local news outlets, The crash involved a 2017 Mazda 6 driven by a 35-year-old woman. The vehicle veered off the road onto the sidewalk, striking an 18-year-old pedestrian and subsequently crashing into a tree on the roadside. In addition to Coronel, who sadly died at the scene, the authorities reported that at least one other individual was hit during the incident.

Angelina’s passing has sent shockwaves through the school community. School principal Sandra White released a statement expressing the profound impact of this loss. “This loss deeply impacts our entire Patrick Henry High School community—students, staff, and especially those who knew and loved her,” she remarked. In light of this tragedy, the school has decided to offer counselling support to both students and staff members.

Counsellors will be on hand to assist those affected, as school officials recognise the challenge of processing such grief, particularly among young people. Principal White encouraged families to foster environments at home where students could safely express their feelings regarding the incident.

The driver of the Mazda sustained an ankle injury but did not suffer life-threatening harm. Two young boys, aged 1 and 8, who were also passengers in the vehicle at the time of the collision, escaped without injuries. In addition to Coronel, the pedestrian who was struck by the car was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment, suffering from a concussion and an arm injury.

Local law enforcement has yet to determine the cause of the accident, and an ongoing investigation is being conducted by the San Diego Police Department. They are looking for any additional information related to the incident and have urged witnesses or anyone with relevant details to come forward.

This unfortunate event has highlighted the need for increased awareness about road safety and pedestrian protection in residential areas. As the community mourns the loss of a young life, discussions regarding road safety measures are likely to gain prominence in the aftermath of this tragedy.

As of now, both the San Diego Police Department and representatives from Patrick Henry High School have not responded to media inquiries regarding further comments about the incident or ongoing investigations. The loss of Angelina Santillan Coronel has sparked both grief and a call for community support as the school and local residents navigate this heartbreaking situation.