CHP Officer Injured in DUI Crash on State Route 242 [Concord, CA]

CHP Officer Injured in DUI Crash on State Route 242 [Concord, CA]
CHP Officer Injured in DUI Crash on State Route 242 [Concord, CA]

Officer Hospitalized after DUI Crash on State Route 242 in Concord

Concord, CA (April 9, 2023) – Sunday night, a CHP officer sustained injuries in a suspected DUI crash on State Route 242.

The crash on State Route 242 in Concord happened around 8:22 p.m. on April 9.

Officers said an officer with CHP Contra Costa was conducting a stop on a Chevrolet on the right shoulder of southbound State Route 242, just south of State Route 4. 

Then a Mercedes heading south veered off the road and collided with the back of the parked Chevrolet.

The impact was so violent that the Chevrolet slammed into the CHP officer. 

EMS took the officer to a hospital and treated her for her injuries. CHP said she will make a full recovery.

Meanwhile, the driver of the Mercedes was not injured in the crash, but they were arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs.


Traffic safety continues to be a life-and-death matter, yet reckless driving has not been in decline. Crashes are an inconvenience, to say the least; however, reaching out for help can guarantee you don’t suffer further. The aftershock of a similar accident is not something to be dealt with alone. The burden is meant to be shared with a community that knows how to handle the effects.

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So, if you or a family member is involved in a similar crash on State Route 242 in Concord , we invite you to have a free and confidential consultation with us. Remember, each case is unique; therefore, the absolute best way to move forward with your case is to call us immediately to present you with the best options for your situation. Contact our offices right now at (800) 674-7852. You can also talk to us by email, on our live online chat, or text message us 24 hours a day and seven days a week.

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