Fatal Antioch car accident claims 51-year-old man, early Friday morning

By Lieutenant Don LaDue, Antioch Police Field Services Bureau

On Friday, December 5, 2014 at approximately 1:42 am the Antioch Police Department responded to a report of a vehicle collision on East 18th Street near Phillips Lane

When officers arrived, they located two vehicles with major damage in the roadway. Two women in their 30’s occupied the first vehicle that was rear ended by a 51 year old male driving a second vehicle. The male complained of chest pain and was transported by ambulance to a local area hospital where he died soon after arrival. The women in the vehicle that was struck by the male had complaints of pain, but did not require medical assistance at the time.

Preliminary investigation indicates that speed may have been a factor. It is not known if alcohol or drugs were involved, pending an autopsy by the Contra Costa County Coroner’s Office. It is also not known if the male was experiencing a medical issue prior to the collision, which could have contributed to the cause. The names of the involved parties will not be released at this time.

Currently, officers are following up on possible leads and interviewing witnesses. This incident is still under investigation. Anyone with information in regards to this incident is asked to contact the Antioch Police Dept. at (925) 778-2441. If you have information regarding this case you may text a tip to 274637 (CRIMES) using key word ANTIOCH.


4 Comments to “Fatal Antioch car accident claims 51-year-old man, early Friday morning”

  1. Vicki Horner says:

    My dear brother Brian Allen passed away today, he was a amazing father to his kids and he will be missed deeply. Love you brother

    • Andrea says:

      Hi, My name is Andrea and Iwas with your brother right after the accident happen. I am so sorry for your loss. If you would like to talk, my # is 925/238/1808.

      • Vicki Horner says:

        Andrea, you are a true angel for giving me closer about the loss of my brother. This lady ran to the crash and stayed with my brother while he passed and she is a true angel to me. Thank you with all my heart.

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