Clairemont family seeks new leads after fatal hit-and-run on Balboa Avenue left e-bike rider dead

Case overview and timeline

A Clairemont Mesa East family is continuing to seek information about a hit-and-run crash that killed an electric bicycle rider on Balboa Avenue, keeping public attention on a case that investigators have described as complex and still active.

The collision occurred on Saturday, March 29, 2025, in the 6900 block of Balboa Avenue near Hathaway Street. Police have stated the victim was riding an electric bicycle westbound when he was struck by vehicles traveling in the same direction. He was taken to a hospital and later died from his injuries.

What investigators have said about the vehicles and suspects

Investigators initially asked for help identifying the driver and vehicle involved, reporting that debris left at the scene indicated damage consistent with a gray Mercedes in the E-Class family, including the loss of components from the right-side mirror and front exterior trim. The description was intended to help the public recognize a vehicle missing distinctive parts following the crash.

In July 2025, police announced that two suspects had been identified and that both later turned themselves in. Police said the first suspect vehicle was a white 2021 Dodge Charger and the second was a gray Mercedes E53. The drivers were identified as Kamille Agustin, 27, and Anthony Phan, 23, both of San Diego. Police reported both were booked into county jail on felony hit-and-run allegations.

Status of the investigation

Police have said the investigation remained ongoing after the arrests. Hit-and-run cases can involve multiple evidentiary tracks, including vehicle forensics, debris analysis, surveillance video collection, and witness follow-up, as well as determining the sequence of impacts when more than one vehicle is involved.

Police have continued to encourage anyone with firsthand information—such as observations from the roadway around the time of the collision, relevant video, or knowledge of vehicle damage and repairs—to come forward.

How the public can help in similar cases

• Preserve original video files from dash cameras, doorbell cameras, or nearby business surveillance systems.
• Write down vehicle details quickly, including partial license plates, make/model, and visible damage.
• Report sightings of vehicles missing mirrors, bumper components, or front grille pieces that match police descriptions.
• Share only direct observations with investigators to avoid contaminating witness accounts.

The family’s continued outreach reflects a common reality in serious traffic cases: even after suspects are identified, investigators may still seek additional evidence to clarify events, corroborate timelines, and strengthen the record of what happened in the moments surrounding the collision.