By Brentwood Police Police Department
July 27, 2025 – At approximately 2:08 a.m., Brentwood Police officers responded to a reported vehicle-versus-motorcycle collision at the intersection of Sellers Avenue and Chestnut Street.
Upon arrival, officers determined that a male motorcyclist had come to a stop at the intersection while traveling northbound on Sellers Avenue. Moments later, his motorcycle was struck from behind by a vehicle also traveling northbound. The motorcyclist sustained life-threatening injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Due to the collision, both directions of Sellers Avenue and Chestnut Street were closed for approximately five hours to allow for investigation.
The cause of the collision remains under investigation. However, the driver of the involved vehicle was arrested on suspicion of felony driving under the influence. Drugs are being considered a possible contributing factor.
Anyone who witnessed the collision is urged to contact the Brentwood Police Department at (925) 634-6911. Callers may remain anonymous.
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