BRENTWOOD, CA – Man Killed in DUI Head-On Crash on Highway 4 at Balfour Road

DUI Driver Arrested in Fatal Head-On Collision in Brentwood

 
BRENTWOOD, CA (May 6, 2019) – A man was killed following a DUI head-on crash Monday afternoon in Brentwood.
 
Around 4:33 p.m., CHP officers responded to a report of a collision between two vehicles on eastbound Highway 4 at Balfour Road.
 
According to reports, a 2018 Honda SUV was traveling westbound when it crossed solid double yellow lines into oncoming traffic. It then collided head-on into a 2013 Toyota Corolla.
 
The Toyota’s driver, a 51-year-old Ripon man, was pronounced dead at the scene. His name has been withheld pending family notification.
 
The driver of the Honda, a 46-year-old Concord man, was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol. He was not injured.
 
Highway 4 was closed in both directions and traffic was being diverted off at Balfour Road.
 
Anyone who witnessed the crash is urged to contact Contra Costa CHP in Martinez at (925) 646-4980.

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During this delicate time, we would like to extend our deepest condolences to the loved ones and friends of the victim.

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