Concord Woman Charged in Fatal DUI Crash

Angelina Marina Solis faces multiple charges, including vehicular manslaughter, in the death of a Pleasant Hill cyclist

Mar. 20, 2026 at 9:24am

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

A 45-year-old Concord woman has been charged with vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated, driving under the influence causing injury, and other charges related to a fatal hit-and-run collision that killed a 41-year-old Pleasant Hill woman on March 8, 2026. Angelina Marina Solis was allegedly driving under the influence when she ran a red light and struck the cyclist, who was crossing the street in a marked crosswalk. Solis fled the scene but was later arrested and has since posted $350,000 bail.

Why it matters

This tragic incident highlights the ongoing issue of drunk driving and the devastating consequences it can have on local communities. The case also underscores the importance of the Contra Costa District Attorney's specialized IMPACT Team, which is dedicated to prosecuting serious DUI cases to hold offenders accountable and deter future impaired driving.

The details

According to authorities, at around 1:49 a.m. on March 8th, Solis was driving northbound on Contra Costa Blvd. in Pleasant Hill when she ran a red light at the intersection of Taylor Blvd. and struck a 41-year-old female cyclist who was crossing the street in a marked crosswalk, along with another individual. The cyclist sustained critical injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene, while the other person was uninjured. Solis allegedly fled the scene, but was later located and arrested by Pleasant Hill Police. She was booked into the Martinez Detention Facility with bail set at $350,000, which she posted the same day.

  • On March 8, 2026, the fatal collision occurred around 1:49 a.m.
  • On March 17, 2026, the Contra Costa District Attorney's Office filed charges against Solis.
  • On March 20, 2026, Solis appeared in court and entered not guilty pleas to all charges.
  • On March 27, 2026, Solis is scheduled for a preliminary hearing at 8:30 a.m.

The players

Angelina Marina Solis

A 45-year-old Concord woman who has been charged with vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated, driving under the influence causing injury, and other charges related to the fatal hit-and-run collision.

41-year-old Pleasant Hill woman

The victim of the fatal collision, who was a cyclist crossing the street in a marked crosswalk when she was struck and killed by Solis' vehicle.

Contra Costa District Attorney's Office

The office that charged Solis with the crimes and is prosecuting the case through its specialized IMPACT Team, which focuses on serious DUI cases.

Diana Becton

The Contra Costa District Attorney who stated that driving under the influence is a serious and preventable problem, and that the IMPACT Team exists to hold accountable those who choose to drink and drive, resulting in injury or death.

IMPACT Team

A specialized unit within the Contra Costa District Attorney's Office that is dedicated exclusively to prosecuting serious DUI fatality and injury cases.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What they’re saying

“Driving under the influence is a serious and entirely preventable problem. This tragic incident is exactly why the IMPACT Team exists — to hold accountable those who choose to drink and drive and, as a result, kill or injure others. We hope that greater awareness of the legal consequences leads to more people making responsible choices before getting behind the wheel.”

— Diana Becton, Contra Costa District Attorney

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on March 27th whether to allow Angelina Marina Solis to remain out on bail pending further proceedings.

The takeaway

This tragic case underscores the devastating impact of drunk driving and the importance of holding impaired drivers accountable through specialized prosecution teams like the IMPACT Team. It serves as a sobering reminder of the need for greater awareness and personal responsibility to prevent such senseless loss of life.