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SDCamaro10 · 07-07-2010, 10:42 PM

Here is the story, posted on Channel 10 news.

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SAN DIEGO -- An active-duty Navy sailor stationed in San Diego continues to fight for his life after losing both of his legs in a crash along Interstate 5 Monday.

10News learned 18-year-old Douglas Hill, a Navy sonar technician, has an affinity for fast cars and, according to his last Facebook post, street racing was not something new to him.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash happened as Hill swerved his red Ford Mustang from southbound Interstate 5 to the eastbound State Route 94 interchange at a high rate of speed.

Twelve hours before the crash, Hill posted the following on his Facebook page: "just got back in, had fun running the freeway with another cobra, a gt, and a lightning. its been a successful day."

Hill's mother, who lives in Tennessee, posted the following on Facebook shortly after Monday's crash: "I just got a call from a hospital in California that my son has been in a serious automobile accident. I am getting ready to fly out. Please keep him in your prayers."

She later posted: "Douglas is in the trauma unit. Please pray!" and "Douglas is in surgery right now. I couldn't get a flight out until 5:30 a.m. I will post as I know more."

CHP officials told 10News one of Hill's legs was severed at the scene of the crash. His other leg had to be amputated by surgeons at Scripps Mercy Hospital.

Hill and his passenger, 19-year-old Joshua Songer, were ejected from the car, according to the CHP.

Songer, who is also an active-duty sailor stationed in San Diego, only suffered a deep gash to his cheek, the CHP said.

CHP officials told 10News alcohol was not a factor in the crash, and authorities are still searching for the other cars involved in the race.

Skid marks at the scene indicated Hill's car was going as fast as 90 mph when he crashed.
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Just goes to show that people can be irresponsible and often put innocent others at risk. This is a very unfortunate event, more so since it was a fellow Sailor. A reminder to the young Camaro owners out there, just because you have a powerful car, and it can go fast, doesnt mean that you need to, or have to. Take care of yourselves, and take care of others.

BackinBlackSS/RS · 07-07-2010, 10:48 PM

OMG, that is a horrible seen. Unfortunately, people are going to street race no matter what. Maybe this story can change someone's mind before trying this.

PennState · 07-07-2010, 11:01 PM

this is really sad...especially since its a mustang..jk

SS 376 · 07-07-2010, 11:19 PM

I guess the skid marks are his when he lost control of the car?

Michael_Js · 07-07-2010, 11:20 PM

He makes the point, loud and clear. Way sad...

guiLT · 07-07-2010, 11:28 PM

oh wow...

christianmotox · 07-07-2010, 11:38 PM

Its hard to believe how could they survive that crash. But i definitely hope that both recover.

fixxxer525 · 07-07-2010, 11:43 PM

either he lost control or tried to get off on the 94E exit at the last second. For you Squidly's in here, just remember, if you are in an accident and you are at fault and reckless. The Navy has the right not to pay for your medical bills or payout your SGLI (in the event you were killed in the accident). Accidents like this are always the topics to go over at safety briefs. Mainly aimed at young Sailors or Service Members returning from delpoyments. I can guarentee that the Navy will not pay for the medical bills on this incident and the other Sailor in the car will likely go to Captain's Mast or Court Martial.

camaro2lt · 07-07-2010, 11:48 PM

omg mustangs are safe wow

SDCamaro10 · 07-08-2010, 12:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fixxxer525

either he lost control or tried to get off on the 94E exit at the last second. For you Squidly's in here, just remember, if you are in an accident and you are at fault and reckless. The Navy has the right not to pay for your medical bills or payout your SGLI (in the event you were killed in the accident). Accidents like this are always the topics to go over at safety briefs. Mainly aimed at young Sailors or Service Members returning from delpoyments. I can guarentee that the Navy will not pay for the medical bills on this incident and the other Sailor in the car will likely go to Captain's Mast or Court Martial.

absolutely correct! Too bad no one ever heeds warnings. :(

25thanniversary · 07-08-2010, 12:20 AM

wow that sucks

fixxxer525 · 07-08-2010, 12:34 AM

It may sound F-ed up but luckly there were 2 people involved. Not collecting vehicle(s) with a family(ies) when swerving from the middle lane to the impact zone.

TaylorRyanSS · 07-08-2010, 12:42 AM

that is sad and all, but is his fault and he did it to himself

Revo1 · 07-08-2010, 03:04 AM

WOW... That was a Cobra too.... Sad to see, doesn't look survivable to me. No legs, no driving. Shouldn't endanger people's lives like that, his own included.

07-07-2010, 10:42 PM	#1
SDCamaro10 Drives: 2010 Camaro 1LT RJT Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 1,951	Another wrecked Mustang.. Here is the story, posted on Channel 10 news. ------------ SAN DIEGO -- An active-duty Navy sailor stationed in San Diego continues to fight for his life after losing both of his legs in a crash along Interstate 5 Monday. 10News learned 18-year-old Douglas Hill, a Navy sonar technician, has an affinity for fast cars and, according to his last Facebook post, street racing was not something new to him. According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash happened as Hill swerved his red Ford Mustang from southbound Interstate 5 to the eastbound State Route 94 interchange at a high rate of speed. Twelve hours before the crash, Hill posted the following on his Facebook page: "just got back in, had fun running the freeway with another cobra, a gt, and a lightning. its been a successful day." Hill's mother, who lives in Tennessee, posted the following on Facebook shortly after Monday's crash: "I just got a call from a hospital in California that my son has been in a serious automobile accident. I am getting ready to fly out. Please keep him in your prayers." She later posted: "Douglas is in the trauma unit. Please pray!" and "Douglas is in surgery right now. I couldn't get a flight out until 5:30 a.m. I will post as I know more." CHP officials told 10News one of Hill's legs was severed at the scene of the crash. His other leg had to be amputated by surgeons at Scripps Mercy Hospital. Hill and his passenger, 19-year-old Joshua Songer, were ejected from the car, according to the CHP. Songer, who is also an active-duty sailor stationed in San Diego, only suffered a deep gash to his cheek, the CHP said. CHP officials told 10News alcohol was not a factor in the crash, and authorities are still searching for the other cars involved in the race. Skid marks at the scene indicated Hill's car was going as fast as 90 mph when he crashed. --------------- Just goes to show that people can be irresponsible and often put innocent others at risk. This is a very unfortunate event, more so since it was a fellow Sailor. A reminder to the young Camaro owners out there, just because you have a powerful car, and it can go fast, doesnt mean that you need to, or have to. Take care of yourselves, and take care of others. Attached Images __________________

07-07-2010, 11:01 PM	#3
PennState We are... Drives: 2007 Mustang GT Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: NJ/PA Posts: 37	this is really sad...especially since its a mustang..jk __________________ $35 Gets you your very own Custom Car Show Poster 2007 Alloy GT Premium 2006 Black V6 Premium - (R.I.P - 3.20.2010) 2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport - (Sold)

07-07-2010, 11:20 PM	#5
Michael_Js SoCal C5 Family Member Drives: 2010 Camaro SS/RS - Black w/IOM; 6M Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: San Diego, CA, USA Posts: 5,299 View My Garage	He makes the point, loud and clear. Way sad... __________________ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 2010 Black 2SS/RS; 6M; IOM, GFX, sunroof; ADM Race CAI; Zoomers CB; Viper Alarm; Pdaft F&R sways, Adj Endlinks, Rtrailing arms, Camber kit, strut brace, Front Trailing Arm Bushing; SLP Skip-Shift Elim; Tinted lights/windows; Hurst Short-throw; LoJack; Door & Dash ABL Mods; ********; JBA Shorty headers; AACStyle LEDs; Stillen DS rotors, Hawk Ceramic pads; Havoc Blk Chrome wheels: 20x9s; Lingenfelter Blk Al Pedals; RevXtreme Catch Can; Goodridge SS lines; Ported TB; RK Sport hood; Hotchkis chassis brace; KW V3 coilovers;

07-07-2010, 11:28 PM	#6
guiLT Tampa Gulf Coast Family Drives: 2001 Maxima Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Tampa, Florida Posts: 6,585 View My Garage	oh wow... __________________

07-08-2010, 12:20 AM	#11
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07-07-2010, 10:48 PM	#2
BackinBlackSS/RS Go Blue!!!!! Drives: 2012 Cruze LT Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Indiana Posts: 23,290	OMG, that is a horrible seen. Unfortunately, people are going to street race no matter what. Maybe this story can change someone's mind before trying this.

07-07-2010, 11:19 PM	#4
SS 376 Drives: 2010 IBM 1SS (Former) Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: NoVA Posts: 2,032	I guess the skid marks are his when he lost control of the car?

07-07-2010, 11:38 PM	#7
christianmotox Drives: ( . )( . ) Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 2,827	Its hard to believe how could they survive that crash. But i definitely hope that both recover.

07-07-2010, 11:43 PM	#8
fixxxer525 Account Suspended Drives: 01S10,01CBR600,05Ducati, 10 2SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: San Diego Posts: 377	either he lost control or tried to get off on the 94E exit at the last second. For you Squidly's in here, just remember, if you are in an accident and you are at fault and reckless. The Navy has the right not to pay for your medical bills or payout your SGLI (in the event you were killed in the accident). Accidents like this are always the topics to go over at safety briefs. Mainly aimed at young Sailors or Service Members returning from delpoyments. I can guarentee that the Navy will not pay for the medical bills on this incident and the other Sailor in the car will likely go to Captain's Mast or Court Martial.

07-07-2010, 11:48 PM	#9
camaro2lt Drives: 2010 Camaro 2LT VR/RS CGM Rally's Join Date: May 2009 Location: Palmyra, PA Posts: 5,675 View My Garage	omg mustangs are safe wow

07-08-2010, 12:34 AM	#12
fixxxer525 Account Suspended Drives: 01S10,01CBR600,05Ducati, 10 2SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: San Diego Posts: 377	It may sound F-ed up but luckly there were 2 people involved. Not collecting vehicle(s) with a family(ies) when swerving from the middle lane to the impact zone.

07-08-2010, 12:42 AM	#13
TaylorRyanSS COTW: 12/13/10 Drives: 1969 Camaro Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 7,880	that is sad and all, but is his fault and he did it to himself __________________ "Are you one of those boys who prefer cars to women? - I'm one of those boys that appreciates a fine body, regardless of the make." 1969 CAMARO JOURNAL: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=341239 \| FACEBOOK: http://www.facebook.com/taylor.ryan.apt \| GRAPHIC DESIGN: www.aptdesigns.net

07-08-2010, 03:04 AM	#14
Revo1 Don't Like it? Suggit. Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Fresno, CA Posts: 14,832 View My Garage	WOW... That was a Cobra too.... Sad to see, doesn't look survivable to me. No legs, no driving. Shouldn't endanger people's lives like that, his own included. __________________ "Tops off, tach up baby- loud and proud!" A Camaro lover from day one- 1996 3.8 V6 Camaro, to 1996 5.7 LT1 Camaro Z28, to the sold 2002 5.7 LS1 Camaro SS, and NOW, a [I]6.2 L99 VR 2SS/RS: XS Power stainless full exhaust, Airaid CAI, BMR drop springs and sways, custom tune by Cal Speed- 411rwhp

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