Richmond, CA - One Killed, Two Hospitalized in Two-Car Crash at S 37th St & Carlson Blvd

Richmond, CA (June 24, 2021) – One driver was killed and another driver was apprehended on suspicion of driving under the influence after a two-vehicle collision occurred in Richmond early Thursday, June 24.

Officers with the Richmond Police Department responded to South 37th Street and Carlson Boulevard around 2:30 a.m. Upon arrival, they discovered two badly damaged vehicles at the scene, an Audi SUV and an Acura sedan. The Acura's driver was trapped in his vehicle and had to be extricated. He was airlifted to a local trauma center but succumbed to his injuries at the hospital.

The driver of the SUV sustained moderate injuries and exhibited signs of impairment on the scene. A passenger in his vehicle suffered major injuries, and both individuals were transported to the hospital via ambulance for treatment. Additional passengers in the Audi were treated by paramedics and released at the scene.

An initial investigation indicated that the Audi's driver was traveling northbound on Carlson when he struck the Acura as it entered the intersection from South 37th Street. The driver of the Audi was arrested and booked on felony charges after DUI was determined.

The identities of those involved weren’t immediately available, though officers asked that anyone with information contact RPD Traffic Investigator M. Pagaling.

The investigation is ongoing.

Our deepest condolences go out to the family of the deceased victim. Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.

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