Solano County, CA – In the early hours of Saturday, July 11, 2026, a single-vehicle collision resulted in a fatality on State Route 113 at Hawkins Road, according to CHP Fatal.
The California Highway Patrol reports that the accident took place around 12:03 AM.
Authorities said a modified utility truck went off the roadway and across State Route 113, coming to rest with its lights off. A French bulldog was observed in the front seat of the vehicle.
The vehicle then caught fire, and fire department personnel performed chest compressions on the driver, who was not breathing. The Solano County Sheriff’s Office was notified and responded. Deputies arranged to pick up the dog, described as friendly, after animal control was unavailable, and later determined the family would be able to retrieve the animal.
A SigAlert was issued closing all lanes of State Route 113 at Hawkins Road for approximately three hours, with Caltrans and County Roads contacted to assist with the closure. A tow was requested for the vehicle following the conclusion of on-scene proceedings. The roadway was reopened and the SigAlert was cancelled at approximately 3:43 AM.
No additional details regarding the identity of the deceased had been released at the time of reporting. The investigation remains ongoing.
Solano County Car Accidents and Wrongful Death Claims
California law follows the principle of comparative negligence. This means that even if a driver is found partially at fault for an accident, they or their surviving family members may still pursue compensation if the negligence of another party, such as a road hazard, defective vehicle equipment, or another driver’s actions, contributed to the crash.
Investigators with California Law enforcement examine factors such as vehicle condition, roadway conditions, and other contributing circumstances to determine what role outside factors may have played. Regardless of the findings of the investigation, the family of the deceased may have the right to pursue a wrongful death claim.
A wrongful death claim can provide the family with compensation for funeral expenses, loss of financial support, loss of consortium, and other damages related to the fatal accident.
