CHP - Napa

FATAL BICYCLIST CRASH ON DUNAWEAL LANE IN NAPA COUNTY

NAPA, Calif. – On April 11, 2026, at approximately 6:35 a.m., California Highway Patrol officers responded to a fatal crash involving a bicyclist on Dunaweal Lane west of Silverado Trail.

The preliminary investigation indicates a bicyclist was riding eastbound on the north shoulder of Dunaweal Lane, and a Ford Mustang was driving eastbound on Dunaweal Lane. The bicyclist crossed into the eastbound lane causing the crash. The bicyclist was fully ejected, sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The driver remained on scene and cooperated fully with the investigation.

This incident remains under investigation. Anyone who witnessed the crash or has information related to this incident is encouraged to contact the CHP Napa Area office at (707) 699-6300.

🚨 TRAFFIC SAFETY ALERT 🚨

Today a triathlon is being held on Berryessa Knoxville Road, starting at Putah Canyon Campground and the boat launch is closed.

Bicyclists and runners will be sharing the roadway.

✅ California Vehicle Code 21760 requires drivers to pass with at least 3 feet of space OR slow to a reasonable and prudent speed.

Please share the road and drive safely!

🚨 TRAFFIC SAFETY ALERT 🚨

Tomorrow, Saturday, April 11, 2026, a triathlon will be held on Berryessa Knoxville Road.

Bicyclists and runners will be sharing the roadway.

✅ California Vehicle Code 21760 requires drivers to pass with at least 3 feet of space OR slow to a reasonable and prudent speed.

Please share the road and drive safely!

April is —and it only takes a second of distraction to change everything.

Tomorrow, April 9th, the American Canyon Police Department, the Napa Police Department and the California Highway Patrol, Napa Area will conduct a joint Distracted Driving no tolerance enforcement campaign.

For your safety and the safety of others, avoid holding your phone for calls, texting, or social media while driving. 📵 Even brief distractions can take your attention off the road and increase risk. Please keep your focus on driving.

Let’s work together to keep our roads safe for everyone.

FATAL PEDESTRIAN CRASH ON SR-29 IN NAPA COUNTY

NAPA, Calif. – On April 7, 2026, at approximately 12:15 p.m., California Highway Patrol officers responded to a fatal crash involving a pedestrian on southbound State Route 29 (SR-29), south of Hoffman Lane.

Our preliminary investigation indicates a 2012 Peterbilt semi-truck was traveling southbound on SR-29 when a pedestrian walked directly into the path of the truck from the right shoulder. The driver attempted to avoid the pedestrian, however he was unable to do so in time. The pedestrian sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The driver remained on scene and cooperated fully with the investigation.

This incident remains under investigation. Anyone who witnessed the crash or has information related to this incident is encouraged to contact the CHP Napa Area office at (707) 699-6300. Inquiries regarding the identity of the deceased should be directed to the Napa County Coroner’s Office.

Southbound SR-29 is closed at Hoffman Lane due to a fatal crash. Traffic is being diverted off to Solano Avenue.

It’s National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. We would like to share a tale about a Distracted Driving crash. This one happened a few months ago, but it applies today…

This vehicle and its driver crashed into a fence one afternoon, on SR-29, north of Yountville, in Napa County. Luckily, both the driver and his unsecured passenger were not injured. You see, this beautiful golden retriever jumped on the driver while driving. This caused the driver to veer off SR-29 and hit the fence. As much as we love our pets, they can be a big distraction while driving. There are plenty of pet securement devices available that will keep them safe in your vehicle or in a crash. Secure them as you would a person or child in your vehicle while driving.

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