Family Files Lawsuit After Daughter Severely Injured at Liberty Station
A family is suing the city of San Diego, Turo, and a drunk driver after their 5-year-old daughter was severely injured when the driver plowed onto a pedestrian pathway at Liberty Station in San Diego. The girl suffered a traumatic…
San Diego, CA, August 18, 2026 —
SAN DIEGO – A lawsuit has been filed by a family seeking damages after their 5-year-old daughter sustained severe injuries in an incident at Liberty Station in San Diego. The suit names the city of San Diego, the car-sharing platform Turo, and a driver alleged to have been intoxicated at the time of the event.
The incident occurred when a vehicle reportedly drove onto a pedestrian pathway at Liberty Station, striking the young girl. According to the complaint, the child suffered a traumatic brain injury and multiple broken bones as a result of the collision. The severity of her injuries necessitated a prolonged hospitalization, and she continues to require ongoing medical care.
The legal action aims to hold multiple parties accountable for the child’s injuries. The lawsuit specifically names the city of San Diego, Turo, and the individual driver. Details regarding the driver’s identity, the specific vehicle involved, or the exact date of the incident were not provided.
The family is seeking compensation for the extensive medical treatment the child has endured and will continue to need. The long-term implications of her injuries, including the traumatic brain injury, are a significant focus of the lawsuit. The amount of damages sought in the lawsuit was not immediately available.
The Turo platform allows individuals to rent vehicles directly from car owners. The inclusion of Turo in the lawsuit suggests a potential claim related to the platform’s role in facilitating the rental of the vehicle used in the incident. The city of San Diego is included, potentially due to claims related to the maintenance or safety of the pedestrian pathway where the incident occurred.
Further information regarding the legal proceedings, including specific claims against each defendant and any potential court dates, has not been released. The condition of the child and the ongoing nature of her medical care remain central to the family’s legal efforts.
Story summarized from the original created by Dorian Hargrove • Times of San Diego on timesofsandiego.com, see more information here.
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