A 60-year-old Encinitas man was killed after a teen driver fleeing police rear-ended the man's car in Escondido, authorities said Saturday.
The 17-year-old was driving a white Dodge Charger and almost hit a patrol car head-on after leaving a large house party in a neighborhood north of Kit Carson Park around 10:45 p.m. Friday, according to the Escondido Police Department.
Another officer saw the teen driver speeding a few minutes later and attempted to stop him. The driver ran a red light, accelerated to over 100 mph and crashed into the victim's vehicle on Via Rancho Parkway near Lomas Serenas Drive, police said.
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The crash involved excessive speed and alcohol, according to police.
The 17-year-old suspect, an Escondido resident, fled again on foot, but officers quickly arrested him. He was taken to a hospital for minor injuries.
Firefighters had to remove the victim from the scene. The victim was taken to the hospital and was pronounced dead shortly after.
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The driver faces charges of vehicular homicide, evading police and driving under the influence, police said.
Authorities are also investigating the host of the party for providing alcohol to minors.
This story will be updated with the latest details.
