Emeryville, CA – On the afternoon of Sunday, October 19, 2025, a four-vehicle crash on Interstate 80 resulted in the death of a motorcyclist, according to NBC Bay Area, with additional reporting from CHP Fatal.

The California Highway Patrol reports that the accident took place around 2:30 PM on eastbound I-80, just west of Powell Street. 

Officials said the collision involved four vehicles, including a motorcycle, and blocked multiple lanes of traffic.

Emergency responders arrived to find the rider down in the roadway with severe injuries. Despite life-saving efforts, the motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities have not yet released the victim’s identity pending notification of next of kin.

The crash caused significant traffic delays, with lanes one through three closed for several hours as investigators processed the scene and tow trucks removed the damaged vehicles. A SigAlert was issued but later canceled once the roadway was cleared.

The cause of the crash remains under investigation. CHP has not yet determined how the collision occurred or whether any contributing factors, such as impairment or speed, played a role.

Wrongful Death Claims & Comparative Negligence

Determining fault in a collision can involve multiple factors, and under California’s Comparative Negligence rule, several parties can share partial responsibility.  

Should someone else be found even partly responsible for the death, the family may be able to file a Wrongful Death claim against the at-fault driver’s insurance. This can provide compensation to help cover medical bills, funeral expenses, and the loss of income to support the family of the deceased.

California Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

If you or someone you love was harmed in an accident like the one described here, contact a California Motorcycle Accident Lawyer for any questions or to receive a no-cost, no-obligation case assessment.