Napa County, CA – In the early hours of Friday, April 25, 2025, a single-vehicle collision near Skaggs Island resulted in a fatality, according to CHP Fatal.
The California Highway Patrol reports that the crash happened around 12:44 AM near the marshy area off State Route 37 close to Skaggs Island Road.
Officials said a vehicle went off the road and ended up in the marsh. When officers arrived, they found someone who was unresponsive still inside. More officers were called to the scene, including a police dog unit, to help get the person out. After some time, it was confirmed that the crash had resulted in a fatality.
Traffic on the eastbound side of the highway was stopped for about 30 minutes while crews investigated and cleaned up the scene. A tow truck was brought in to remove the vehicle, and all lanes were reopened by 8:43 AM.
The identity of the person who died has not been released yet, as officials are still working to notify family members. The cause of the crash is still under investigation.
Single-Vehicle Collisions
In some cases, investigations may reveal that even in a single-vehicle accident, nearby drivers or unsafe road features share some responsibility. California’s Comparative Negligence rule means that, even if those injured in accidents are found partially at fault, they may still be eligible to receive partial compensation for damages.
