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La Mesa, CA (August 11, 2026) – Two people were outside their vehicle after a dark-colored vehicle struck the center divider on August 9 on the westbound I-8 near SR-67 and Magnolia Avenue. One person was then struck by another vehicle on the eastbound side.
The report stated that the driver and passenger exited their vehicle and crossed the center divider. A person was later found lying on the freeway, while another person reportedly ran into the lanes to pull them toward the right shoulder.
The person who was struck was dragged to the right shoulder. The report also indicated that the vehicle involved in the initial crash did not stop on the shoulder. A dark-colored vehicle was described as having struck the center divider and spun around.
Emergency units were sent to the area, and a tow request was later made for the westbound side near SR-67.
Authorities are continuing to examine what led to the collision and the subsequent pedestrian strike.
Our thoughts are with everyone affected by the injuries reported in the crash.
What Information Is Reviewed After a Pedestrian Is Struck on a Freeway?
When a person is struck on a freeway, investigators may examine vehicle positions, roadway markings, and available witness accounts. Dashcam footage and nearby traffic cameras can also help establish where vehicles were traveling and when the person entered the lanes.
Vehicle damage may provide additional information about the direction and force of contact. Investigators may also review lighting, traffic flow, visibility, and whether the vehicles remained at the site afterward.
Medical records can document the nature and extent of physical harm. Witness statements may also help establish what happened immediately before and after the person was struck. These details can be especially useful when multiple vehicles or people are moving through different sides of a divided freeway.
