The juvenile crashed into shack along Balfour Road near Bixler Road, officials say
DISCOVERY BAY, CA, (December 06, 2024) - A vehicle driven by a minor slammed into a security shack in front of a Discovery Bay gated community on Friday night, leaving one person dead and severely injuring another, officials said.
Rene Bucaro, a 62-year-old resident of Oakley, was fatally hurt Friday night when a minor driver crashed into a security shack in Discovery Bay, according to authorities. Bucaro and another guard were in the shack at that time.
The Contra Costa County Coroner’s Office said the fatality victim was 62-year-old Rene Bucaro of Oakley.
According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), a juvenile—16 or 17 years old—was traveling eastbound on Balfour Road near Bixler Road a little before midnight when he ran off the roadway, drove over a raised divider island, and crashed into The Lakes’ security building, where two guards were staying. One guard, Bucaro, died at the scene, while the other was taken to a hospital with serious injuries.
The juvenile driver was arrested for vehicular manslaughter, authorities said.
This is an ongoing investigation.
CRASH INVESTIGATION NEEDED
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, speeding was the primary cause of fatal crashes in 2018, followed by the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication; failure to stay in the proper lane; failure to yield the right of way; and distracted driving.
While the cause and liability of the crash are being investigated, Candice Bond, an experienced accident attorney and Managing Partner of Bond Legal, said that it is imperative to have an independent investigation conducted by a seasoned attorney.
“In addition to the diligent work of law enforcement, an attorney can re-interview important witnesses, analyze any surveillance video from the scene of the crash, and obtain phone and texting records of the liable party,” said Bond.
WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM
Pending the investigation, the family members of Rene Bucaro may be entitled to a wrongful death claim. Family members of wrongful death victims may seek damages for loss of companionship, pain and suffering, and emotional distress following a catastrophic accident.
“We understand that losing a loved one is not only a deeply emotional loss but also an economic one,” said Bond, a national analyst for Newsline.
“If you have lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligence, contact a wrongful death attorney and get the guidance needed to obtain the justice you deserve.”
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