One person was killed, and three others sustained major injuries following a head-on collision on Vasco Road in Byron, Contra Costa County, on Thursday evening, February 6, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred at approximately 6:10 p.m. just south of Camino Diablo.
A man driving a Honda CRV northbound on Vasco Road veered across the double-yellow divider lines for unknown reasons, colliding head-on with a southbound Toyota Prius carrying three occupants.
One passenger in the Prius was pronounced dead at the scene. The drivers of both vehicles and another passenger in the Prius suffered major injuries and were transported to a hospital. Their current conditions remain unknown.
Authorities have ruled out drugs and alcohol as factors in the crash. The CHP continues to investigate the incident.
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.