Tragic Crash on Clayton Avenue Kills 31-Year-Old Man [Stockton, CA]

Stockton, CA (May 6, 2025) — on Saturday evening, a 31-year-old man lost his life following a crash on Clayton Avenue in Stockton’s Seaport District.

Officers with the Stockton Police Department responded around 6:15 p.m. to a collision near Clayton Avenue and El Dorado Street. When they arrived, they found the man unresponsive at the scene.

Emergency crews transported him to a hospital, where he later died from his injuries.

Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash.

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Sweet Lawyers extends sincere condolences to the family and friends of the victim. We hope they find strength and comfort as they cope with this tragic loss.

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