Woman swept into the ocean at MacKerricher State Park identified

Drowning Victim At MacKerricher Park Identified

Authorities have released the identity of an elderly woman who died after a tragic accident at MacKerricher State Park last week. According to the Sonoma Index-Tribune, the Mendocino County Sheriff’s Office has identified the victim as 77-year-old Diane Wittig, a long-time resident and native of Fort Bragg. On the afternoon of December 22nd, witnesses say Wittig was standing on a rock when she was knocked into the ocean by a large wave. Bystande…

Woman swept into the ocean at Mendocino County beach identified

Authorities say Fort Bragg resident Diane L. Wittig, 77, was knocked off a rock by a large wave and swept into the ocean around 2 p.m. Dec. 22.