Alleged drunk driver arrested after fatal crash on Byron Highway
CONTRA COSTA COUNTY – An alleged drunk driver was arrested for a fatal crash on Byron Highway in Contra Costa County that killed a passenger, announced the California Highway Patrol on Sunday morning.
Officers first responded to reports of a solo crash on Saturday at 11:07 p.m. on Byron Highway, south of Clifton Court Road. A Chevrolet Suburban with one passenger inside was traveling southbound on the highway when it veered off the road and crashed into a dirt embankment, said officers.
The driver was transported to the hospital for major injuries, and the passenger was pronounced dead at the scene by medical personnel.
Following a DUI investigation, the driver was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence.
Anyone with more information about the crash is encouraged to contact CHP Contra Costa at (925) 646-4980 or 320Investigations@chp.ca.gov.