A pedestrian was seriously injured Tuesday evening after being hit by an SUV in Vista.
The driver in a Toyota SUV was heading north on South Santa Fe Avenue was the 60-year-old pedestrian crossed the street. Witnesses say he was jaywalking at Pala Vista Drive.
The driver saw the man but could not stop in time, San Diego Sheriff’s Department deputies say.
The SUV sideswiped the man, sending him flying to the ground just after 5:30 p.m.
The pedestrian was taken to the hospital for serious injuries, though he is expected to survive.
Deputies say the driver stayed at the scene. Alcohol is not considered a factor in the crash.
