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CHP investigates fatal collision in Contra Costa County

The California Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal accident on Cummings Skyway just north of SR-4 on Tuesday morning. 

The accident between a black Nissan Exterra and a Ford Taurus happened around 10:46 a.m., according to authorities.


Officials say that one person has been pronounced dead.

The other driver suffered major injuries and has been transported to a local hospital.

Authorities say that the drivers’ injuries are non-life threatening.

CHP asks drivers to take alternate routes as Cummings Skyway will remain closed for further investigation. 

No other information was released at this time, check back for more details. 

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