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Deadly DUI Crash Shuts Down Silverado Trail
Vallejo man suspected of causing multi-vehicle collision that killed at least 2 near Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
Mar. 29, 2026 at 7:19pm
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A 68-year-old Vallejo man is suspected of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol when he crossed into oncoming traffic on Silverado Trail in Napa, causing a head-on collision that killed at least two people and injured several others. The crash shut down the road for hours as authorities investigated the incident.
Why it matters
DUI-related crashes continue to be a major public safety issue in California, with Napa County seeing its share of such incidents. This collision highlights the tragic consequences when impaired drivers endanger others on the road.
The details
According to the California Highway Patrol, William Dene Brumley was driving a Mitsubishi sedan southbound on Silverado Trail when he crossed the centerline and struck an SUV before colliding head-on with a Toyota sedan. Brumley's two passengers were killed in the crash, while four people in the Toyota were transported to the hospital, with one later pronounced dead. Two people in the SUV suffered minor injuries.
- The collision occurred around noon on Saturday, March 29, 2026.
- Silverado Trail was shut down between Oak Knoll Avenue and Yountville Cross Road for about 6 hours following the crash.
The players
William Dene Brumley
A 68-year-old man from Vallejo who is suspected of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol and causing the multi-vehicle collision.
What’s next
Brumley is expected to be arrested once he is released from the hospital. Authorities are still investigating the exact circumstances of the crash and awaiting toxicology results to confirm if drugs or alcohol were involved.
The takeaway
This tragic incident underscores the need for continued education and enforcement efforts to combat impaired driving and protect innocent lives on the roads. Community members are urged to report suspected drunk or drugged drivers to authorities immediately.
