El Cajon, CA (August 17, 2025) – A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run accident early Sunday morning at the intersection of Chase Avenue and Avocado Avenue in El Cajon, according to the El Cajon Police Department.
The incident occurred around 1:00 a.m., when a vehicle struck a man pushing a shopping cart near the intersection. The vehicle also sheared a hydrant and a power pole before fleeing the scene. The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities later located the white GMC SUV believed to be involved in the crash, abandoned in the 500 block of Sandalwood Drive. The driver was found and arrested at a nearby residence. Police reported that the driver displayed signs of intoxication at the time of the arrest.
An investigation into the collision is ongoing, and authorities are working to gather additional details about the incident.
Pedestrian Accidents in El Cajon, CA
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