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Missing Woman Found in Storm Drain, Dies Hours Later

4/8/2025

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In a heartbreaking turn of events, Yafang Zhou, 59, was discovered in a storm drain in Poway, California, on April 7, after being missing for nearly two weeks. Rescuers heard her cries during a search, but despite being rushed to the hospital, she succumbed to her injuries just hours later. The mystery surrounding her fall lingers.

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Story summary

In a heartbreaking turn of events, Yafang Zhou, 59, was discovered in a storm drain in Poway, California, on April 7, after being missing for nearly two weeks. Rescuers heard her cries during a search, but despite being rushed to the hospital, she succumbed to her injuries just hours later. The mystery surrounding her fall lingers.