BMW struck a tree near Iris Canyon Road in Monterey Sunday afternoon
August 16, 2026 | Monterey, CA
What happened in the crash?
MONTEREY, CA — A 19-year-old Livermore resident died Sunday afternoon after a solo-vehicle crash near Barnett Segal Road and Iris Canyon Road.
Jerrod Tyson Chapman-Marshall, 19, of Livermore, was killed after a 2009 BMW convertible struck a tree near Barnett Segal Road and Iris Canyon Road.
- Date and time: Sunday afternoon around 5:14 p.m.
- Vehicle: 2009 BMW convertible
- Location: Barnett Segal Road near Iris Canyon Road
- Agency: Monterey Police Department
The car struck a tree. All four occupants were taken to Natividad Medical Center. Jerrod Tyson Chapman-Marshall, a passenger, died from his injuries. The 20-year-old driver from Dublin was hospitalized. Two other passengers suffered non-life-threatening injuries.
A preliminary test showed the driver’s blood alcohol level above the legal limit. He faces a charge of gross vehicular manslaughter and will be booked into Monterey County Jail after hospital release. Investigators are examining whether the vehicle was linked to earlier reckless driving reports.
Why do these accidents happen?
Impaired driving remains a leading factor in serious collisions. Data from the CDC shows alcohol, drugs, or medication contribute to roughly 10 percent of fatal crashes nationwide.
| Source | Statistic | Focus Area |
|---|
| CDC | 10% of fatal crashes involve impairment | Alcohol, drugs, medication |
| Federal Highway Administration | Impairment ranks as second-leading cause of auto deaths | National roadways |
Legal Insights
In cases such as this, families may explore both criminal and civil avenues.
“Drunken and drugged drivers are subject to criminal charges following an accident or collision that causes harm or kills another person. Separate from criminal charges, a victim’s family may be entitled to compensation through a civil lawsuit against the responsible party.”
Key points in cases such as this:
- Criminal charges can proceed independently of civil options
- Civil claims may address loss of companionship and emotional distress
- Timely legal review helps protect family rights during investigations
“The stress and sorrow can be extremely overwhelming after losing a loved one in an accident. We understand just what families are forced to go through, and having their rights protected is vital.”
Candice Bond, managing partner at Bond Legal
Stefano Formica, of counsel at Bond Legal
Anyone with information should contact the Monterey Police Department.
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