Fairfield, CA – Authorities Identify Driver Responsible for Deaths of Police Officer and Civilian on Northbound 80 Freeway near Manuel Campos Parkway

Fairfield, CA (August 16, 2018) – Recently, a local news source provided updated information concerning the driver responsible for the deaths of two people, including a police officer. The tragic collision happened along the northbound 80 Freeway a little after 9:00 AM last Friday, August 10, 2018. As of today, the culprit has been identified as 38-year old Rocklin resident Sean Matthew Walker.

As explained in the original report, 46-year old Kirk Griess, a California Highway Patrol Officer, had completed a traffic enforcement stop on 49-year old Jaime Bueza Manuel, who was driving a Saturn SUV at the time. Sources confirmed the vehicles had stopped along the right shoulder of the freeway, near Manuel Campos Parkway.

Simultaneously, Walker was driving a Chevrolet Pickup along the 80 Freeway when, for indeterminate reasons, he veered off the road and careened toward the right shoulder. Without warning, the oncoming truck slammed into the parked Saturn and, ultimately, Griess and Manuel. Sometime later, both victims were transported to a nearby hospital, where they succumbed to their injuries and died.

As of now, Walker is being held at the Solano County Jail and faces two separate charges of vehicular manslaughter.

We extend our most heartfelt prayers and our deepest condolences to the families and friends of CHP Officer Griess and Jaime Bueza Manuel and wish them strength and peace of mind during this tragic, difficult time.

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Given the circumstances, Mr. Walker is being held responsible for causing the violent crash and inflicting fatal injuries on a police officer and a civilian. As part of the ongoing investigation, officials will consider if the culprit had consumed drugs or alcohol prior to operating the vehicle or had simply failed to comply with basic traffic laws.

Pending the results of the case, the members of Officer Griess’ and Manuel’s families may have the right to file a wrongful death lawsuit against the driver. By seeking legal intervention, these individuals can receive compensation for the tragic loss of a loved one, funeral expenses, and additional unfortunate circumstances.

We at Brady Law Group will work with you to ensure your rights and give you the peace of mind needed to focus on your recovery.

If you’ve been injured as the result of another person’s negligence, please call us at (866) 211-2562 to receive a free consultation with one of our expert attorneys.

Note: Outside sources were used in the creation of this post including news bulletins and first-hand accounts of the accident and injuries involved. As a result, the details of the accident presented have not been independently verified by our own writing staff. If you have identified any false information in the story, please inform us immediately, and we will adjust the posting to reflect the most accurate content available.

Disclaimer: As a member of the local community, we at Brady Law Group strive to improve the overall safety and quality of life for everyone who lives in our beloved state. We are extremely saddened by these accidents but hope that, through an awareness of these dangers, those in our community will take precautions to avoid these accidents. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. We wish only the best and quickest recovery for all those involved in the accident.