[04-30-2026] Contra Costa County, CA – Two Injured After Out-of-Control Car Causes Crash in Walnut Creek

Two people were injured after a car, described as “really moving,” caused a chaotic crash at the intersection of N. Main Street and Parkside in Walnut Creek on Thursday, April 30, 2026.

According to witnesses, the incident occurred around 11:54 a.m. when a red car with Arizona plates veered out of control while traveling south on N. Main Street. 

The car struck at least two other vehicles, launched off a landscaping berm, and finally crashed in the middle of a Chevron gas station under renovation.

The driver of the red car and one other person were injured, though neither sustained major injuries. However, the driver of the red car attempted to escape paramedics with a protective neck collar in place and engaged in a struggle with police officers at the scene. He was eventually restrained, handcuffed, and taken to a hospital for precautionary examination.

Police are investigating the incident.

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