Barrick Lo was driving with his two daughters just after picking them up from fencing class on Interstate 805 in San Diego when a routine moment turned into heartbreak. It was Feb. 12 when the 48‑year‑old husband, father of three and regulatory attorney pulled off near the 805‑52 interchange to exchange insurance information after a small bump from another vehicle. His 9‑year‑old daughter watched as he walked to the other driver’s car. What should have been a simple exchange spiraled into a devastating loss. The other driver attempted to leave, and in that moment Lo was struck. He was rushed to a local hospital but died two days later from his injuries, leaving a stunned family and community trying to make sense of it all.
Friends and relatives describe Lo as a devoted husband and kind father who cared deeply for his children and his work. After the minor collision, both drivers had pulled onto the shoulder to sort things out. Lo approached the other car to share information, carrying the calm confidence of someone wanting to do the right thing. Instead, the situation escalated in a way no one ever expected. His daughters, ages 7 and 9, were in the back seat as he tried to handle what should have been a simple traffic incident.
Investigators later located a Nissan Pathfinder believed to be linked to the scene. Police arrested 57‑year‑old Lawrence Wynn days after the crash. Prosecutors say Wynn has pleaded not guilty to several charges, including murder. They also noted he has at least one prior felony conviction, which could carry heavier penalties under California’s three‑strikes law. The case is now moving through the legal system as the community watches closely.
Family friend Peggy Mok, who has known Lo for decades, remembers him as gentle and compassionate. She spoke of the anger and deep sorrow felt by those who knew him. “We want justice,” she said, echoing the feelings of many who hoped for accountability. Colleagues at his workplace said Lo made a lasting impact and was deeply respected by those who worked with him. His sudden death has left a void in both his professional circle and his personal life.
For Lo’s wife and children, the days since have been immeasurably hard. Friends have set up support efforts to help the family with immediate needs and to honor his memory. The community has rallied around them, offering both emotional and practical support. His children now carry the weight of witnessing the moment that ended their father’s life, a memory their loved ones say will shape their lives forever.
The California Highway Patrol is still asking anyone who may have seen the crash or the events leading up to it to come forward. Every detail could help paint a fuller picture of what happened that day. For now, Lo’s family continues to grieve and seek a sense of justice as the legal process unfolds.
