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After Big Bear teen's tragic fall at local hangout, family hopes to open a bakery in her name
By Seamus Bozeman at Los Angeles Times - California
· July 17, 2026
· 1 min read
An 18-year-old was being mourned by family and friends after falling to her death from a bridge support structure in Big Bear, reportedly a favorite hangout for local teens.
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The tragic loss of the 18-year-old in Big Bear has sent shockwaves through the community, where local hangouts like the bridge support structure where she fell are often unofficial gathering spots for teens. As the family plans to open a bakery in her name, it may also bring attention to the need for safer, more formal spaces for young people to socialize in the area. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the risks associated with these informal gathering spots, and the potential consequences of accidents in areas not designed for recreation. The planned bakery could become a hub for community activity and a way to honor the teen's memory, while also prompting discussions about how to create safer, more welcoming spaces for local youth to gather and connect. This could be an opportunity for the community to come together and find ways to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 17, 2026 ·
Source: Los Angeles Times - California ·
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