The California Highway Patrol reported that one person has died in a 4 vehicle crash on Byron Highway South of Clifton Court Road.
On December 30, 2023, at approximately 1825 hours, a white Chevrolet Silverado was traveling northbound on Byron Highway south of Clifton Court Road at an unknown speed. The white Chevrolet went into oncoming traffic. A grey Kia sedan traveling southbound on Byron Highway at an unknown speed was struck head on by the Chevrolet. After the crash the Kia left the roadway onto the right shoulder area and came to a rest. The Chevrolet continued out of control and eventually came to rest facing northbound over the center lane line blocking both lanes.
The driver of the Chevrolet was airlifted to John Muir Walnut Creek for their injuries. The passenger was transported via Ambulance to John Muir Walnut Creek for their injuries. The solo Kia driver was pronounced deceased on scene.
A Hyundai Elantra traveling southbound on Byron Highway behind the Kia struck debris in the road causing minor damage with no injuries to the driver or passenger. A Hummer traveling northbound behind the Chevrolet also struck debris and possibly struck the Chevrolet after the initial crash causing minor damage to the Hummer with no injuries to the driver or minor passenger.
During the on scene investigation, it was determined the driver of the Kia was not properly wearing their seatbelt. DUI was not a factor to this collision.
This crash is still under investigation. If anyone witnessed it or the events leading up to it, please contact CHP Contra Costa in Martinez, (925) 646-4980 or email your contact information to [email protected] to be contacted by the investigating officer.
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