1 Killed, 1 Injured in 2-Car Accident on State Route 4 [Contra Costa County, CA]

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One Pronounced Dead after Two-Vehicle Collision near San Marco Boulevard

CONTRA COSTA COUNTY, CA (September 4, 2023) – Thursday, one victim was killed and another was hurt in a 2-car accident on State Route 4.

The incident occurred shortly before 2:00 a.m., on the eastbound lanes of the freeway near San Marco Boulevard.

Officers say the driver of a Jeep Cherokee was stopped in the center divider and fast lane due to damages from a prior collision. The driver of an eastbound Honda Pilot SUV then struck the Jeep.

Due to the extent of injuries sustained, medics pronounced the driver of the Jeep dead at the scene. Although, authorities have not yet released their identity.

Meanwhile, the driver of the Honda was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment of minor injuries. Investigators are asking anyone with additional information about the fatal two-vehicle collision to contact the CHP Contra Costa in Martinez at 925-646-4980. 


Our warm and sincerest sympathies go out to the friends and family of the deceased victim. May you find comfort and strength during this difficult time.


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