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NewsTimes of San DiegoAugust 4, 2026San Diego

Mission Beach resident reports recovery and financial hardship following shooting in Tijuana

Cassandra Light, a resident of Mission Beach, is recovering from gunshot wounds sustained during an attempted carjacking in Tijuana, Mexico, in mid-June. She reports ongoing physical recovery and financial challenges resulting from the incident.

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Why It Matters

This incident highlights the personal and financial risks faced by San Diego residents traveling across the border, specifically regarding medical recovery costs and safety during transit.

Key Facts

  • Cassandra Light was shot during an attempted carjacking in Tijuana in mid-June.
  • The incident occurred on a Monday afternoon while the victim was driving back to San Diego from Rosarito.
  • The victim is a resident of Mission Beach and works as a life coach.
  • The victim reports ongoing physical recovery needs and financial difficulties following the event.

Who's Mentioned

organizationScripps Mercy Hospital“San Diego hospital where the victim received treatment.”locationRosarito“Location the victim was returning from when the incident occurred.”locationTijuana“Location where the attempted carjacking and shooting occurred.”organizationSmart Border Coalition“Organization focused on cross-border mobility.”personCassandra Light“Victim of a carjacking attempt in Tijuana.”organizationFBI“Federal agency that deferred investigation comments to Mexican authorities.”personJoaquín Luken“Executive Director of Smart Border Coalition.”locationMission Beach“Place of residence of the victim.”otherEllie“The victim's dog who was present during the attack.”locationSan Diego“Destination the victim was traveling to.”