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La Mesa Honors Officer Lauren Craven With Vigil as 700-Vehicle Funeral Procession Planned Tuesday

Authorities are investigating suspected DUI in the crash that killed the 25-year-old officer.

Overview

  • The La Mesa Police Department is holding a public candlelight vigil at 6:30 p.m. Monday at headquarters, with candles provided, brief remarks and a moment of silence.
  • The funeral procession will depart Snapdragon Stadium around 7:30 a.m. Tuesday with more than 700 vehicles, traveling I-15 to SR-52 to SR-125 to SR-94 before ending at Skyline Church.
  • Police warn of significant morning traffic delays and closures, including restricted access to SR-94 and SR-125 from Spring Street in La Mesa during the procession.
  • The funeral service is scheduled for 10 a.m. Tuesday at Skyline Church, with livestream details to be announced.
  • Craven and 19-year-old De’Veonte Morris were killed after a Toyota Camry struck them at an I-8 crash scene; a 38-year-old La Mesa man was arrested on suspicion of DUI as CHP continues its investigation, and a police association fundraiser has reached $49,751 toward a $75,000 goal.