![[12-16-2025] Man in Grave Condition After SUV Crash on the Embarcadero in Oakland](https://ak1.to//IW^r.webp)
A 61-year-old Berkeley man was hospitalized in grave condition after losing control of his SUV and crashing on the Embarcadero in Oakland early Tuesday morning, December 16, 2025.
According to police, the incident began around 5:43 a.m. when the man, driving a Kia Soul crossover SUV, was involved in a collision with another vehicle in the 1100 block of Embarcadero near an on-ramp to southbound Interstate 880.
Authorities said the other driver was not injured. Police reported that the man briefly stopped before driving away eastbound on Embarcadero at a high rate of speed.
Officers said that a few blocks later, in the 1700 block of Embarcadero, the SUV swerved into a westbound lane, struck a curb, left the roadway, and rolled over before coming to rest upright in a dirt area near a freeway wall.
Police stated the driver was not wearing a seatbelt and had to be extricated from the back seat by firefighters. He was transported by ambulance to a hospital. Authorities said it was not immediately known whether drugs or alcohol were factors.
The investigation is 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.
