Victim Killed in Napa County Car Accident on State Highway 29 ID’d as Alvin Miniefield
Alvis Miniefield Killed in Napa County Head-On Collision on State Highway 29 in Napa County
Napa County, California (March 17, 2021) – The California Highway Patrol has identified the Santa Rosa man who died following a traffic collision in Napa County Monday morning as 64-year-old Alvin Ray Minniefield.
The deadly crash took place on State Highway 29, southeast of Calistoga, at about 10:10 a.m.
A 2015 Subaru driven by 30-year-old Philip Popick southbound on Highway 29 just south of Larkmead Lane crossed into the opposite traffic lanes and crashed head-on with a 1997 Infiniti operated by Mininefield.
Alvis Miniefield Fatal Napa County Crash
Sadly, Mininefield was pronounced dead at the scene.
62-year-old Deborah Abata of Santa Rosa, who was riding in the Infiniti as a passenger, was hospitalized at Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital with severe injuries.
Police arrested Popick on suspicion of felony DUI causing injuries.
The wreck resulted in the closure of State Highway 29 between Bale Lane to Larkmead Road, and vehicles were advised to use the Silverado Trail.
An investigation into the accident is underway.
Tips on What to do after a Car Accident in California
- Always stop and remain at the scene.
- Check if you or your passengers have been injured. In case someone is hurt, call emergency services or ask someone else to help.
- Get to safety – If your car is drivable, move it to a safe area. If it’s not, turn your hazard lights on and set up flares.
- Call 911 to report the accident.
- Never discuss or admit fault. Instead, wait for a police officer and insurance companies representatives to figure out the fault.
- Document the accident and exchange information with other drivers.
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