Authorities identified the victim killed in a two-car accident near Livermore as 59-year-old Mitchell Katz. Officials subsequently discovered the victim was the owner of a local vineyard. The incident occurred on East Avenue at Mitra Street around 3:20 p.m. Friday
Mitchell Katz was driving a white GMC SUV when he crossed lanes and collided with a black Subaru, according to police. Katz suffered serious injuries and was brought to a nearby hospital, where he died, according to authorities.
On Saturday night, the Alameda County Coroner’s Office confirmed Katz as the victim. According to police, investigators are awaiting the results of toxicology tests. There were no further injuries reported in the collision.
A post regarding Katz death was shared on Mitchell Katz Winery Facebook page – “We have suffered a tragic loss… Our dad, Mitchell Katz, was unexpectedly taken from us this past Friday evening, July 21, 2023.
At this time, we don’t have any additional information to offer. As expected, we his family and extended family, are all devasted and saddened by this tragedy.
Thank you to all who have reached out with your sincere condolences . We ask for your continued support and respect of our privacy during this time.
Your patience is appreciated as we gather more information and begin to heal.
All further updates will be posted on the winery Mitchell Katz Winery Facebook page.”
