Death on Kirker Pass Road in Concord

A fatal crash during wet weather in the East Bay shut down Kirker Pass Road in Concord Monday afternoon, authorities said.

The California Highway Patrol reports that one person is dead in a Friday night crash on I-680 near Concord Avenue.

On January 5, at 9:52pm, CHP Contra Costa was advised of a crash on southbound I-680 near Concord Avenue. Our preliminary investigation indicates a black Honda Pilot was traveling southbound on I-680 when it collided with the concrete center divide and became disabled in the lanes of traffic.

A white Chevrolet 2500 was traveling southbound and was unable to avoid the disabled Honda and collided with the vehicle. A third vehicle, a Tesla, was also involved in the crash.

The driver of the Honda sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene. The passenger was not injured. The drivers of the Chevrolet and the Tesla were not injured. This crash is still under investigation.

If anyone witnessed this 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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Accidents happen frequently on Kirker Pass. I've been commuting on that road for 30 years, witnessing it all. Stay vigilant, control your speed, and never underestimate the pass. Keep your eyes on the road at all times.

If you're involved in an accident, reach out to Henderson Law Office. We're here to assist you in navigating the recovery process.

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​For over 30 years, Jill Stern-Henderson has practiced civil litigation and workers' compensation cases with her husband, Steven Henderson in Contra Costa County. Please contact Jill at (925) 427-1771 or email her at [email protected] if you feel that she can help you with your case.