![[05-21-2025] Two Killed in Head-On Collision on Highway 4 Near Fairview Avenue in Brentwood](https://ak1.to//kYODm.webp)
Two people were killed in a head-on collision on Highway 4 near Fairview Avenue in Brentwood on Wednesday night, May 21, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred at approximately 10:20 p.m. in the eastbound lanes of Highway 4, just east of Balfour Road.
CHP officers arrived to find two vehicles that had collided head-on. One of the vehicles, an electric SUV, had caught fire, creating a hazardous battery fire that initially prevented emergency personnel from safely approaching the vehicle.
Both drivers involved in the crash were fatally injured and pronounced dead at the scene. Due to the fire, authorities were unable to immediately confirm whether additional occupants were inside the electric SUV.
The Contra Costa County Fire District also responded to the scene and assisted in containing the blaze.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation.
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.
