Oakland, CA - Driver Critically Hurt in Crash at 54th Ave & Int'l Blvd

Oakland, CA (March 3, 2025) – Oakland Police Department officers are investigating a crash in East Oakland that sent a driver to the hospital in critical condition early Monday morning, March 3.

The wreck was reported just after 4:00 a.m. near 54th Avenue and International Boulevard, according to a release from the Oakland Police Department. Local news footage appeared to show one of the cars involved wrapped around a traffic pole, with the pole nearly splitting the vehicle in half. However, authorities are working to determine the cause of the crash and have asked witnesses to come forward with any relevant information.

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their family members. We hope for a fast and complete recovery for all parties.

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