Deadly Crash Near Vacaville Leaves One Dead

Authorities say a two-vehicle collision occurred at the intersection of Byrnes and Hawkins Roads.

Mar. 3, 2026 at 3:47am

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One person was killed and another injured in a two-vehicle crash just west of Vacaville, California on Saturday morning. The collision occurred around 8 a.m. at the intersection of Byrnes Road and Hawkins Road, when a Toyota sedan was broadsided by a Dodge pickup truck.

Why it matters

Fatal traffic accidents are a major public safety concern, and this crash highlights the importance of intersection safety, driver awareness, and the need for continued efforts to improve road conditions and reduce collisions.

The details

According to the California Highway Patrol, the Toyota sedan was traveling south on Byrnes Road when it was struck by the eastbound Dodge pickup on Hawkins Road. The driver of the Toyota, a 29-year-old woman, was pronounced dead at the scene, while the Dodge driver was transported to a hospital with unknown injuries. Officials stated the Dodge driver was not under the influence of any substances.

  • The crash occurred around 8 a.m. on Saturday, March 1, 2026.
  • Byrnes Road was closed for several hours following the incident for the investigation.

The players

California Highway Patrol

The state law enforcement agency that responded to and investigated the fatal crash.

29-year-old woman

The driver of the Toyota sedan who was killed in the collision.

Dodge pickup truck driver

The driver of the Dodge pickup truck who was injured in the crash and transported to the hospital.

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The takeaway

This tragic accident underscores the need for increased safety measures at dangerous intersections, as well as the importance of attentive and responsible driving to prevent such devastating collisions in the future.