SECOND WOMAN DIES AFTER BEING STRUCK BY VAN IN LA MESA

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August 21, 2012 (La Mesa) – Two elderly women struck by a Chevrolet Express van while crossing Calle Verde in La Mesa on August 13 have died of their traumatic injuries.

Jean Gastelum, 77, passed away on August 16 at Sharp Memorial Hospital. Her friend, Dorothy Stephens, 83, was pronounced dead at the scene before a medical helicopter arrived.

Both women were residents of La Mesa.

The driver has told authorities that he could not see the women, who were in a crosswalk, because the sun was in his eyes. California Highway Patrol is investigating the crash.
 


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