A 47-year-old man identified as M. Senegal, a resident of San Francisco, died Sunday morning, January 26, 2025, after his vehicle collided with another in West Oakland.
The fatal crash occurred around 8:43 a.m. at the Linden Street and West Grand Avenue intersection. According to Oakland police, Senegal was driving a Volvo sedan northbound on Linden Street when he reportedly failed to stop at a stop sign and was struck by an eastbound Mitsubishi Montero SUV on West Grand Avenue.
Senegal was transported to a nearby hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries. The driver of the SUV, an Oakland resident, was not injured and remained at the scene, cooperating with authorities.
It is currently unclear if drugs or alcohol were factors in the crash. The investigation remains ongoing.
Anyone with information about the collision is urged to contact Oakland traffic investigators at 510-777-8570.
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.