A Deadly Encounter in Point Loma - Jogger's Fate and Police Investigation

Details of the Fatal Incident

Michael “Casey” Ellis, born and raised in Louisiana, was in San Diego working as a safety engineer on the Gaylord Pacifica project. He was just weeks away from his 31st birthday when this unfortunate event occurred. The BMW fled the scene but was later found unoccupied at 3500 Canon Street. This area, known for its high pedestrian and bicycle traffic even in the early morning, especially in Point Loma and Ocean Beach which are very athletic parts of town, witnessed this heartbreaking incident.

The driver of the BMW remains at large, and police are also searching for the driver of the Mustang. Officer Michael Denigan stated that they believe this might have a street racing connection as two modified sports cars were traveling at a high rate of speed. As part of their ongoing investigation, San Diego police are looking into the sightlines that a pedestrian and a driver would have from various distances. They are also reviewing surveillance video that they believe captured the crucial moments before and after the deadly crash.

Impact on the Area

Southbound Nimitz Boulevard was closed for several hours early Thursday from Chatsworth Boulevard to Interstate 8 at Sunset Cliffs Boulevard. This closure had a significant impact on the local traffic and daily activities. The community is waiting for more updates as details may change as more information becomes available. People are concerned about the safety of the area and hope that the police will be able to bring the culprits to justice.

The loss of Michael Ellis has left his family and friends in shock and grief. They are now left to remember him and deal with the pain of his untimely death. The police are working tirelessly to solve this case and bring closure to the victim's family and the community.