On Wednesday October 29, 2025, at about 7:00 p.m., deputies from the Vista Sheriff’s Station responded to a report of a collision in the 500 block of North Melrose Drive, Vista.
Preliminary investigation revealed a motorcyclist was riding northbound on North Melrose Drive. An SUV entered North Melrose Drive, westbound from Dove Circle. The motorcyclist attempted to avoid the collision but struck the SUV.
The rider was ejected from the motorcycle and came to rest along the west curb line of the southbound lanes. Responding California Highway Patrol officers and deputies began CPR until fire department personnel arrived. Despite life-saving efforts, the motorcyclist was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The driver of the SUV remained on scene and cooperated with investigators.
The Vista Sheriff’s Station Traffic Unit is conducting the investigation. Anyone who witnessed the incident or has additional information is encouraged to contact the Vista Sheriff’s Station at (760) 940-4551.
