INJURED IN AN ACCIDENT?

[03-08-2025] Contra Costa County, CA – Two Killed in Suspected DUI Wrong-Way Crash Near Concord

Two people were killed after a two-vehicle wrong-way collision near Concord early Saturday morning, March 8, 2025.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred at approximately 2:58 a.m. near Kirker Pass Road and Hess Road.

A Honda Civic was traveling northbound in the southbound lanes when it crashed head-on into a Toyota 4Runner.

Both vehicles had only one occupant each, and both drivers were pronounced dead at the scene. The identity of the victims has not yet been released.

CHP reported that the Honda driver was not wearing a seatbelt and was ejected from the vehicle.

The northbound and southbound lanes of Kirker Pass Road were shut down for several hours for an on-scene investigation and reopened at 7:53 a.m.

The crash remains under investigation.

Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?

Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:

Check yourself for any injuries.
Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
Seek immediate medical attention.
Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.

What A Lawyer Can Do For You

Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.