Josiah Toleafoa Hit and Killed by Car on Showroom Place [Chula Vista, CA]

3-Year-Old Boy Dies after Struck by Car in Chula Vista

 
CHULA VISTA, CA (May 30, 2023) – Josiah Toleafoa was hit and killed by a car in Chula Vista Saturday evening on May 27.
 
The fatal crash happened around 9:21 p.m. in a parking lot in the 800 block of Showroom Place. According to the Chula Vista Police Department, the 3-year-old boy was on his way to Play City to climb and slide and celebrate his 3rd birthday with other children when a car struck him.
 
Officers arrived and attempted CPR. Paramedics then rushed the boy to Rady’s Children’s Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.
 
The 36-year-old driver remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators.
 
Police said drugs and alcohol were not believed to be a factor that contributed to the crash.
 
Anyone who witnessed the crash or has additional information is asked to call Chula Vista Police Department Traffic Bureau at 619-476-5320. They can also call San Diego County Crime Stoppers at 888-580-8477 or submit a tip via P3tips (online or mobile application) if they wish to remain anonymous.

We would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Josiah Toleafoa.

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