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Daniel Canniff Killed in Motorcycle Accident on El Cajon Blvd., 56th Street

 Daniel Canniff Killed in Motorcycle Accident on El Cajon Blvd., 56th Street

La Mesa Motorcyclist Daniel Canniff Dies After Collision in San Diego

SAN DIEGO, Calif. — Daniel Thomas Canniff, a 28-year-old La Mesa resident, died Friday afternoon after the motorcycle he was riding collided with a vehicle in the City Heights area of San Diego, authorities said.

The crash occurred at approximately 12:55 p.m. on May 15 near the intersection of El Cajon Boulevard and 56th Street, according to investigative records.

Canniff was identified as the driver of the motorcycle involved in the collision. Following the crash, witnesses called 911, and responding paramedics transported him to Scripps Mercy Hospital in San Diego for treatment.

Despite lifesaving efforts, Canniff was pronounced dead at the hospital at 1:33 p.m., officials said.

Authorities have not released additional details regarding the circumstances of the collision, including what may have led to the crash or whether any other injuries were reported.

The incident remains under investigation by the San Diego Police Department.

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