One person was killed, and two others suffered minor injuries following a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Sycamore Valley Road and Camino Ramon in Danville, Contra Costa County, on Saturday afternoon, March 1, 2025.
According to officials, Danville police responded to the scene at approximately 1:15 p.m. and discovered a collision involving a minivan and a truck, which had overturned due to the impact.
Despite emergency medical efforts, an adult passenger in the truck succumbed to their injuries at the scene. The truck’s driver sustained minor injuries, while the other two passengers—a teenager and another adult—were unhurt.
The driver of the minivan, who was the sole occupant, also suffered minor injuries. All injured individuals were transported to John Muir Medical Center in Walnut Creek for treatment.
There is no additional information immediately available.
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.
