INJURED IN AN ACCIDENT?

[03-08-2025] San Diego County, CA – Woman Killed After DUI Hit-And-Run Crash in National City

A 54-year-old woman was killed after a DUI hit-and-run crash in National City early Saturday morning, March 8, 2025.

According to the National City Police Department, officers were dispatched at approximately 2:12 a.m. to the 1600 block of East Plaza Boulevard after reports of a person lying in the street.

Authorities arrived to find the woman unresponsive in the center divider. Despite efforts from police, firefighters, and paramedics, she was pronounced dead at the scene.

Witnesses and roadway debris led officers to determine that the woman had been struck by a vehicle that fled the scene.

A witness guided officers to the 600 block of East 18th Street, where they located a damaged vehicle consistent with a pedestrian collision.

The suspected driver, identified as 27-year-old Jamal L., was arrested and booked into county jail on charges of gross vehicular manslaughter, DUI causing death or great bodily injury, and felony hit-and-run.

The victim’s identity has not yet been released pending family notification.

The investigation is ongoing.

Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?

Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:

Check yourself for any injuries.
Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
Seek immediate medical attention.
Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.

What A Lawyer Can Do For You

Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.