Pedestrian killed in Jamul Hit-and-Run on Campo Road Near Casino
JAMUL, CA (February 20, 2022) – David Howa aka "Hobbit" age: 36 died after being struck in a hit-and-run crash accident near a casino on Campo Road in Jamul.
According to the California Highway Patrol dispatch team, the tragic accident took place early Sunday. Officers reported the collision at about 12:12 a.m.
CHP said a vehicle struck the pedestrian for an unknown reason. The driver hit the person on Campo Road, known as State Route 94, in front of the Jamul Casino.
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| David Howa aka "Hobbit" (1/17/1986 - 2/20/2022) |
Driver Hits Victim, Flees Scene
Firefighters along with the paramedics then arrived at the scene near Peaceful Valley Ranch Road. They found the victim left lying on the ground as a result of the collision.
Medical personnel air-lifted the victim and was pronounced dead shortly after leaving the accident site.
Meanwhile, CHP affirmed that the motorist did not stop to render aid to the victim and fled the area. They described the car as a Chevrolet truck.
If you have any information regarding this incident that could help bring light to this tragedy please contact me or Officer Fanucchi at the El Cajon CHP office at 619-401-2000.
JAMUL, CA (February 20, 2022, 12:12AM) Officers forced a stretch of Campo Road to shut down near the casino following the collision. The cause of the fatal Jamul hit-and-run crash is still under investigation. If you have any information regarding this incident please contact me or officer Fanucchi at the El Cajon California Highway Patrol office at 619-401-2000.
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