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Brentwood Police Appeal for Witnesses as DUI-Suspected Driver Held After Fatal Motorcycle Crash

Traffic at Sellers Avenue and Chestnut Street was halted for five hours, allowing officers to collect evidence for an inquiry into possible drug impairment.

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

  • The crash occurred Saturday at approximately 2:08 p.m. when a northbound vehicle rear-ended a stopped motorcyclist at Sellers Avenue and Chestnut Street.
  • The motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene after suffering life-threatening injuries.
  • Authorities arrested the driver on suspicion of driving under the influence and have indicated drugs could be a contributing factor.
  • Investigators have launched a detailed reconstruction of the collision to determine the precise sequence of events and cause.
  • The Brentwood Police Department is urging anyone who witnessed the crash to come forward and share information with detectives.