06/07/2026
DUI Crash in Petaluma Causes Major Injuries
On June 6, 2026, at approximately 1:13 p.m., CHP officers responded to a reported rollover crash on southbound US-101 north of East Washington Street.
Preliminary investigation indicates that the driver of a GMC Acadia was traveling at a high rate of speed when she collided with a big rig. The GMC subsequently lost control, struck another vehicle, and rolled over several times.
Two occupants of the GMC, including the driver, were ejected from the vehicle. All injured parties were transported to Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital for treatment.
The driver, a 19-year-old female from Petaluma, was determined to be driving under the influence and was placed under arrest.
One adult male passenger remains hospitalized in critical condition. A 15-year-old passenger was treated and released from the hospital.
If you have any information regarding this crash, please contact the Santa Rosa CHP Office at (707) 806-5600 during business hours.