San Diego Family Suffers Severe Damage from Box Truck Crash
(FOX 5/KUSI) — A family in San Diego is confronting significant financial strain after a runaway box truck crashed into their home, resulting in extensive damage. They report that the driver was uninsured, further complicating their situation.
Details of the Incident
The accident occurred around 7 p.m. on December 11 on Cardiff Street. Surveillance footage captured the moment a box truck clipped a parked trailer, crashed through a fence, and collided with a Toyota Camry. The force of the crash pushed the car into the residence of Debbie Zinsli, narrowly avoiding her 27-year-old daughter, Anissa, who was at home.
Narrow Escape
“It was mere inches,” Zinsli recounted. “Anissa had just exited the bathroom after hearing the initial crash. Moments later, debris was flying towards her. She screamed in terror, and that sound will stay with me forever.”
Driver’s Actions and Status
Zinsli noted that the driver seemed to attempt to leave the scene by reversing, but only made it to the end of the driveway. Upon police arrival, a DUI test was administered, which the 58-year-old driver reportedly passed. Zinsli later found out that the driver’s license was suspended and that he had no insurance.
Emotional and Financial Impact
“This incident has impacted us in every conceivable way—emotionally, physically, and financially,” Zinsli stated. The crash resulted in the total loss of her daughter’s Camry, valued at around $38,000, which had been paid off just this year. The car was essential for Anissa to commute to work. Additionally, the collision damaged part of the bathroom in their home and a nearby trailer owned by Zinsli’s stepfather, who lives next door with her mother.
Seeking Help
Due to the driver’s lack of insurance, Zinsli fears her family will shoulder the repair expenses, which she estimates could amount to tens of thousands of dollars. With the holiday season approaching, she has initiated an online fundraiser to assist with the costs.
A Call to Action
“This has caused us tremendous pain—it’s an ordeal we won’t easily bounce back from,” she expressed. Zinsli also shared a message for uninsured drivers: “It’s unacceptable. It’s the law. You must have insurance so that others can recover from such situations without relying on public support.”
