Tragic Pedestrian Crash on El Cajon Boulevard Claims a Life

62-Year-Old Pedestrian Dies After Being Struck on El Cajon Boulevard in North Park

San Diego, CA (June 8, 2025) — Late Friday evening, a 62-year-old woman lost her life after a horrific crash on El Cajon Boulevard in San Diego’s North Park neighborhood.

According to the San Diego Police Department, the collision occurred around 11:40 p.m. in the 2600 block of El Cajon Boulevard near Hamilton Street. Investigators said a 2020 Volkswagen Passat was traveling eastbound when it hit the woman as she crossed the street.

Paramedics transported the victim to a local hospital, where she later died from her injuries.

Authorities stated that impairment was not a factor in the crash. The investigation remains ongoing, and police are asking anyone with information about the incident to contact Crime Stoppers.

Sweet Lawyers extends its deepest sympathies to the family and loved ones of the woman who lost her life in this tragic accident. We hope they find comfort and strength as they cope with this heartbreaking loss.

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