Rene Alvarez-DeLeon has been identified by authorities as the deceased in an accident that occurred on September 23 in Petaluma. Mr. Alvarez-DeLeon a, a 38-year-old San Rafael resident, was driving a car while working on South McDowell Boulevard at about 6:30 p.m. when authorities allege that a truck ran through a red light and collided with the man’s car and went into an adjacent wooded area. First responders arrived by the man died at the scene. The driver of the truck, described as a 34-year-old female, was injured but her situation was not deemed life-threatening. The Petaluma Police Department is investigating the case and seeking out witnesses.

We extend our deepest condolences to the friends and family of the deceased during this very difficult time.

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