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La Mesa Officer Lauren Craven Killed in Traffic Rescue
10/22/2025
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Story summary
- La Mesa Police Department Officer Lauren Craven, 25, was killed October 20, 2025, while aiding motorists after a crash on Interstate 8 near Fairmount Avenue, San Diego.
- Craven stopped after a vehicle overturned and was struck by an oncoming car.
- Craven died at the scene despite lifesaving measures by California Highway Patrol officers.
- The California Highway Patrol is investigating the incident.
- Condolences were offered by La Mesa Police Department and Governor Newsom.
