Another deceased 370z driver...

Vbp6US · 02-02-2012, 12:16 AM

I found out that he is an employee at the Costco my family and I frequent. I know who he is from talking to his coworker. He was such a helpful fellow. Always smiling. Sad news for sure. Apparently he was not racing (confirmed by CHP I heard) and he has or had diabetes at some point. I read about it in my local paper first:

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A 22-year-old Escondido man was killed Tuesday when his vehicle hit a light pole on the shoulder of south Interstate 15 near Via Rancho Parkway, then veered across the freeway and crashed into the center divider.

The county Medical Examiner's Office identified him Wednesday as Derek Anthony Millsap.

Witnesses said the man, who was driving a 2011 Nissan 370Z, had been racing on the freeway on-ramp with the driver of a black, four-door Nissan Titan pickup with tinted windows, said CHP Officer Jim Bettencourt. The pickup driver did not stop after the accident, reported about 4:40 p.m.

Witnesses said the driver of the car was stopped at a stoplight on westbound Via Rancho Parkway. When the light turned green, the car and pickup raced south on the ramp at a high rate of speed, Bettencourt said.

The car went out of control and the driver’s side struck a metal light pole on the right shoulder. The car came to rest in an express lane after hitting the center divider.

The car’s right rear tire came off and hit a silver Toyota Camry, causing minor damage to the Camry, Bettencourt said.

Neither drugs nor alcohol appear to have been factors in the accident, Bettencourt said.

Millsap, the car’s driver, died at the scene.

The fast lane and express lanes were closed for more than three hours for an investigation.

Authorities asked anyone who witnessed the collision or has information on the Nissan Titan to call the CHP at (858) 637-3800.

CHP: Racing preceded fatal accident | UTSanDiego.com <-- Ignore the title. They can name it whatever they want. Other outlets are saying it was not racing, to give you an idea.

dirtrat · 02-02-2012, 12:21 AM

This is why I RARELY let my 23 year old son drive my car!

ImportConvert · 02-02-2012, 12:24 AM

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Originally Posted by dirtrat

This is why I RARELY let my 23 year old son drive my car!

Age has nothing to do with it. I have had old guys in their 911's cut me off in my Z before, and grin the whole way. Maturity is what matters here.

The deceased knew the potential cost of his actions, and was okay with that. I am glad noone was injured who was not involved. I feel sorry for the friends and family of the deceased, as he was likely a great guy who enjoyed risky things. RIP.

christian370z · 02-02-2012, 09:42 AM

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Originally Posted by ImportConvert

Age has nothing to do with it. I have had old guys in their 911's cut me off in my Z before, and grin the whole way. Maturity is what matters here.

Thanks import, that is so true. Sorry to hear about the accident OP.

dirtrat · 02-02-2012, 09:55 AM

Of course you have seen older people do this but age is a factor. Younger kids don't have the driving experience and often make bad decisions. Sorry but have to disagree with you on this one!

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Originally Posted by ImportConvert

Age has nothing to do with it. I have had old guys in their 911's cut me off in my Z before, and grin the whole way. Maturity is what matters here.

The deceased knew the potential cost of his actions, and was okay with that. I am glad noone was injured who was not involved. I feel sorry for the friends and family of the deceased, as he was likely a great guy who enjoyed risky things. RIP.

Pelican170 · 02-02-2012, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by dirtrat

Of course you have seen older people do this but age is a factor. Younger kids don't have the driving experience and often make bad decisions. Sorry but have to disagree with you on this one!

Its sad regardless. I wonder how it actually happened? Did he swerve to avoid a car or something?

Fire · 02-02-2012, 10:37 AM

Sad news. Puts all sports cars in a bad light when this happens. Ofcourse as a Titan owner also doesn't look good either.

SS66 · 02-02-2012, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by dirtrat

This is why I RARELY let my 23 year old son drive my car!

I agree with you. If I had a son he would know he is not borrowing any of my cars. You and I were both 23 at one time and in general know what guys do or might think in some situations. I hate to say this but we have been there done that. I know you will catch some flack but statisics don't lie. Insurance companies know risk when they see the numbers. Insurance is nothing more than numbers.

Funny some have already called you out for being honest. I laughed at the mentioning of the old man in the 911 etc. Probably did happen cause some
" old " guys never grow up. LOL

ImportConvert · 02-02-2012, 12:22 AM

Very unfortunate.

PapoZalsa · 02-02-2012, 07:19 AM

Sad and Very unfortunate! R.I.P

Street racing never a good idea!

6MT · 02-02-2012, 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by PapoZalsa

Sad and Very unfortunate! R.I.P

Street racing never a good idea!

100%

kenchan · 02-02-2012, 07:35 AM

Sorry to the people involved.

m4a1mustang · 02-02-2012, 07:38 AM

Sad.

Red__Zed · 02-02-2012, 07:58 AM

Very sad

Vince · 02-02-2012, 08:10 AM

I hate hearing about these things. Very said. RIP.

02-02-2012, 10:37 AM	#7 (permalink)
Fire A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: WNY Posts: 4,117 Drives: 12 ZL1 6mt black Rep Power: 43	Sad news. Puts all sports cars in a bad light when this happens. Ofcourse as a Titan owner also doesn't look good either. __________________ 2012 Chevy Camaro ZL1 6MT coupe Back N' Black. 680hp

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Vince Base Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Bend, OR Posts: 161 Drives: 12 370Z PW T/S/N 6MT Rep Power: 14	I hate hearing about these things. Very said. RIP. __________________ -Vince 2012 Nissan 370Z Pearl White/Persimmon Touring/Sport/Nav 6MT 370Z Production Statistics - VIN Lookup Utility

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