51-year-old Sarah Meland has been sentenced to jail and probation following her guilty plea for causing a crash that killed San Diego jazz and bluegrass musician Dane Terry. The fatal accident occurred on February 13. Terry, a 67-year-old El Cajon resident, was well-known in the local music scene.
The sentencing of Meland demonstrates the legal consequences of dangerous driving and the serious impact it can have on people’s lives. This case also highlights the importance of driver responsibility and adherence to traffic laws to ensure the safety of all road users. The loss of Dane Terry is not just a tragedy for his family and friends, but also a significant loss to the San Diego music community.