By Crash News Writer 
Richmond, CA (Aug. 13, 2025) – A 29-year-old Petaluma man was killed early Tuesday morning when a wrong-way driver collided head-on with his vehicle near the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge, according to authorities.
According to reports, the crash happened around 1:40 a.m. on August 12 in the eastbound lanes of Interstate 580, just east of the bridge toll plaza. Police had received reports of a Range Rover traveling west in the eastbound lanes before it struck a Honda Civic head-on. The impact caused the Range Rover to catch fire.
The Civic’s driver, Alejandro Cruz Renderos, was pronounced dead at the scene. The Range Rover’s driver, identified as 40-year-old Pedro Abril Garcia of Pinole, was pulled from the burning vehicle by nearby paramedics and transported to the hospital with critical injuries. CHP officials said alcohol and/or drugs are suspected to be factors in the crash.
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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE
This report is based on initial information from the California Highway Patrol and may be updated as new details become available.
- Authorities have confirmed the identity of the victim but have not yet released further details on the investigation’s findings.
- Additional updates, including toxicology results or potential charges, will be provided by law enforcement when available.
- Motorists in the I-580 area should remain alert for changing traffic conditions and advisories during ongoing investigations.
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