Murder charges filed for West Sacramento DUI crash that killed Davis driver

Prosecutors allege suspect's blood alcohol content was nearly four times the legal limit

Mar. 13, 2026 at 6:51pm

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A 28-year-old man is now facing murder charges after a fatal two-car crash in West Sacramento that killed a 31-year-old Davis woman in January. Prosecutors say Sahil Kanwal's blood alcohol content was almost four times the legal limit at the time of the crash.

Why it matters

This case highlights the devastating consequences of drunk driving and the legal system's efforts to hold repeat offenders accountable for their actions. The upgraded charges to murder reflect the severity of the incident and the district attorney's commitment to public safety.

The details

According to court documents, the crash occurred on January 25 at 1:40 p.m. on West Capitol Avenue near the Enterprise exit in West Sacramento. The victim, Chloe Borders, was transported to a local hospital but later died from her injuries. Prosecutors initially charged Kanwal with vehicular manslaughter and DUI causing injury, but have now added a murder charge, which requires proving the driver acted with malice aforethought.

  • The crash occurred on January 25, 2026 at 1:40 p.m.
  • Prosecutors filed the initial charges against Kanwal shortly after the incident.
  • The district attorney's office has now filed amended charges, including a murder count.

The players

Sahil Kanwal

A 28-year-old man who West Sacramento Police say was responsible for the fatal crash that killed Chloe Borders.

Chloe Borders

A 31-year-old Davis woman who was killed in the two-car crash in West Sacramento.

Yolo County District Attorney's Office

The prosecutors who have filed the amended charges, including a murder count, against Sahil Kanwal.

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What’s next

The judge will determine whether to allow Kanwal to be released on bail as the case proceeds.

The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the urgent need for stronger measures to prevent drunk driving and protect innocent lives on the road. It serves as a sobering reminder of the grave responsibility all drivers have to the public.