[05-20-2026] San Diego County, CA – Woman Killed in Three-Vehicle Crash on Fairmount Ave. in Talmadge

A woman was killed following a three-vehicle collision in San Diego’s Talmadge neighborhood on Wednesday night, May 20, 2026.

According to the San Diego Police Department, the crash occurred around 10:05 p.m. in the 4900 block of Fairmount Avenue.

Authorities stated that the woman was sitting inside a disabled Toyota Camry stopped in the southbound No. 2 lane with its hazard lights activated. A 39-year-old man had parked his Honda Fit about one car length behind the Camry to assist the stranded driver.

Investigators reported that a 25-year-old man driving a Saab 9-3 southbound changed lanes while attempting to pass a slower-moving vehicle and crashed into the rear of the Camry. The impact pushed the Camry forward into the back of the Honda Fit.

The woman inside the Camry suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. Her identity has not yet been released.

Officials said driving under the influence was not considered a factor in the collision.

Authorities continue to investigate the incident.

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