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Brentwood Motorcyclist Killed in Suspected DUI Crash as Drug Probe Continues

Investigators probing possible drug impairment in the fatal July 27 collision are urging witnesses to step forward.

Brentwood police suspect an intoxicated driver collided with a motorcyclist early Sunday, killing him. 
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Overview

  • On July 27 at about 2:08 p.m., a northbound vehicle rear-ended a stopped motorcyclist at Sellers Avenue and Chestnut Street, killing him at the scene.
  • Brentwood Police arrested the driver on suspicion of DUI and have kept them in custody pending toxicology and drug testing.
  • Officers closed both directions of the intersection for five hours to process evidence and reconstruct the collision.
  • Authorities are examining whether drug impairment contributed to the crash alongside the suspected alcohol involvement.
  • Investigators have asked anyone who saw the collision to contact the Brentwood Police Department with information.