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A woman was killed and a man sustained minor injuries in a head-on crash that appeared to involve alcohol in East Oakland, Alameda County, early Sunday morning, June 8, 2025.
According to the Oakland Police Department, the incident occurred around 2:40 a.m. in the 6300 block of San Leandro Street.
A 28-year-old woman was driving a Honda Civic eastbound in the westbound lanes when she collided head-on with a westbound Ford cargo van.
Following the initial crash, a westbound Nissan Altima was sideswiped by an Infiniti SUV, which then struck the Honda while the woman was still inside. The driver of the Infiniti fled the scene.
The woman was pronounced dead at the scene. Police reported finding an open container of alcohol in the Honda and said alcohol is believed to be a factor in the crash. The 66-year-old man driving the Ford van was taken to the hospital with minor injuries.
Authorities are still searching for the Infiniti driver and vehicle. The investigation remains ongoing.
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.
