At Least One Dies in Berkeley Crash on Interstate 80 near Gilman Avenue
Berkeley, California (December 25, 2019) – At least one person was killed in a traffic accident that happened on Interstate 80 in Berkeley early Wednesday morning, the California Highway Patrol reported.
The deadly crash, which was reported at around 5:22 a.m., happened on westbound Interstate 80, just east of Gilman Avenue.
The CHP said at least two vehicles were involved in the crash. One of the involved cars went on fire after the impact.
At least one person was killed in the crash. The identity of the victim has not been released pending notification of family.
A SigAlert was issued at 5:53 a.m. blocking all lanes westbound Interstate Highway 80. As of 7:53 a.m., all lanes were reopened.
An investigation into the crash is underway.