Passenger Killed After Nissan GTR Flies Off Freeway in San Marcos

San Marcos, CA, July 19, 2025 – A deadly crash occurred early Saturday morning when a Nissan GTR flew off westbound State Route 78 near Las Posas and landed in the yard of a nearby business. The collision was reported around 2:00 AM. Firefighters arrived to find two occupants trapped inside the wreckage. The driver was extricated and rushed to a trauma center with major injuries. Crews performed heavy extrication to remove the passenger, who was pronounced dead at the scene.CHP is investigating the cause of the crash and has issued a hard closure for several lanes of westbound SR‑78 during the investigation.

DC Law Group: Advocates for Families of Fatal Nissan GT‑R Crash on SR 78 in San Marcos

On July 19, 2025, tragedy struck on westbound State Route 78 near Las Posas Road in San Marcos, California. At approximately 2:00 a.m., a high-performance Nissan GT‑R veered off the freeway, launching over the embankment and crashing into the yard of a nearby business on Descanso Avenue. Emergency responders found the vehicle overturned. The driver sustained major injuries and was rushed to a trauma center, while the 19-year-old passenger, Caden Garcia of San Marcos, was tragically pronounced dead at the scene after extensive extrication efforts . Such sudden and devastating loss leaves families grappling with grief, unanswered questions, and mounting expenses—from funeral costs to emotional trauma and lost financial support.

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DC Law Group offers a Free Case Evaluation to families affected by fatal freeway crashes, including high-speed vehicle incidents like this one. In a private and compassionate consultation, our attorneys will review available CHP reports, medical examiner findings, and scene details. We’ll explain your legal rights and potential paths for damages recovery—such as wrongful death claims, insurance negotiations, or civil litigation.

Dedicated and Experienced Legal Team

The legal aftermath of high-speed crashes, especially involving exotic vehicles like a GT‑R, is complex. DC Law Group partners with accident reconstruction experts, analyzes vehicle telemetry and road conditions, and reviews witness statements. We aim to determine whether driver negligence, mechanical failures, or roadway design deficiencies played a role. Our firm is committed to pursuing full compensation for medical bills, funeral costs, emotional suffering, loss of future financial support, and more.

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At a time of profound grief, legal fees shouldn’t add to your burden. DC Law Group operates on a contingency fee basis—meaning you pay nothing upfront, and legal fees are only owed if and when we secure compensation for your family. This ensures that seeking justice remains accessible and stress-free.

How to Contact DC Law

If your loved one was killed in this crash—or any similar high-speed freeway accident—DC Law Group is here to provide support, clarity, and advocacy. Call (310) 571‑8860 today to schedule your Free Case Evaluation. Our caring legal team is available 24/7 to answer your questions, gather key details, and help you begin the journey toward recovery and justice.

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