Dawn McDermott Struck and Killed on 8 Freeway near McCain Valley Road [San Diego, CA]

Dawn McDermott Struck and Killed on 8 Freeway near McCain Valley Road [San Diego, CA]
Dawn McDermott Struck and Killed on 8 Freeway near McCain Valley Road [San Diego, CA]

Dawn McDermott Dies in San Diego Pedestrian Accident

 
SAN DIEGO, CA (March 6, 2023) – 46-year-old Dawn McDermott of Lawrence, Kansas died in a pedestrian accident on 8 Freeway near McCain Valley Road on February 25.

According to the San Diego police, the fatal collision occurred shortly before 6:00 a.m. Based on reports, McDermott was riding a car heading east with her family when she behaved in an “irrational” manner and attempted to exit the moving vehicle.

As a result, the driver pulled over and let her get out of the car. Soon after, she went westbound and crossed the 8 Freeway.

An oncoming vehicle then crashed into her. The reason why she left her vehicle is still under investigation.

She succumbed to injuries and passed away later on.

No further details are available as of now.


We are sending our deep sympathies to the bereaved family and friends of Dawn McDermott.


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