July 14, 2011 (El Cajon)—A 75-year-old woman hit the gas pedal instead of the brake while turning into a parking space at the Villa Embasadora Inn, a motel at 1556 East Main Street in El Cajon, early this afternoon.
Her vehicle sped forward, striking a housekeeper, 67, who was pinned against a wall.
The impact caused traumatic injuries to the hotel employee. Despite the efforts of Heartland Fire & Rescue firefighters and paramedics, the woman died at the scene as a result of her injuries.
The driver was not injured, but later became distraught after learning of the victim’s death and was transported to a hospital.
The identity of the victim is being withheld pending notification of family.