[03-01-2025] Contra Costa County, CA – One Killed, Two Injured After Two-Vehicle Crash in Danville

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.

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What To Do After A Car Accident In Contra Costa County

A car collision can leave you feeling overwhelmed and frightened. Taking the right steps afterward can help protect your health, well-being, and legal rights. Here are some suggested steps to consider:

1. Ensure Safety — Put your safety first. Check for injuries. If you can still drive your car, pull over to the side of the road.
2. Report The Incident To The Authorities — Call 911 if anyone’s injured. Reporting the incident also ensures that an official record is created, which is essential for your claim.
3. Take Photographs — If possible, take photographs of the vehicles involved, the incident location, and any injuries you sustained.
4. Immediately Seek Medical Attention — Even if you feel fine, some injuries may not be immediately apparent. See a doctor as soon as possible.
5. Provide Contact Information — Share your contact and insurance details with the other parties involved in the accident. Be sure to get the same information from them.
6. Talk To Any Witnesses — If possible, talk to any witnesses and obtain their contact information for future reference.
7. Never Discuss Blame — Avoid making statements that could be used against you. Insurance adjusters may try to extract damaging information by asking leading questions.
8. Don’t Post On Social Media — Avoid discussing the accident on social media or posting pictures. What you share online could inadvertently harm your case and affect your ability to receive compensation.
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Car Accident Statistics

According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), there were 42,514 deaths from motor vehicle crashes in the United States in 2022. This figure translates to 12.8 deaths per 100,000 people and 1.33 deaths per 100 million miles driven.

Traffic fatality projections for the first half of 2024 estimate 18,720 deaths, reflecting a 3.2% decrease compared to the 19,330 fatalities forecasted for the first half of 2023. Data from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) shows that vehicle miles traveled (VMT) increased by approximately 13.1 billion miles in the first half of 2024, a 0.8% growth. As a result, the fatality rate dropped to 1.17 deaths per 100 million VMT, compared to the predicted rate of 1.21 fatalities per 100 million VMT in the same period of 2023.

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