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July 2, 2012 (Otay Lakes) – Refugio Robert Medina, 30, of Bonita has been identified as the victim in a fatality accident that occurred June 29 at 10:50 p.m. on Otay Lakes Road south of Highway 94.
Medina was driving his red Chevy Suburban SUV at a high rate of speed when he failed to negotiate a right-hand curve in the roadway, according to Officer Brian Pennings with the California Highway Patrol.
The vehicle traveled across the highway and struck a tree on the opposite side, crushing the driver side cab of the vehicle. A passenger was also injured was able to free himself. Passing motorists stopped to render aid and called 911.
Medina was declared dead at the scene by arriving CHP and Cal Fire officers. His passenger was transported to the hospital by ambulance.
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