Two-Car Collision in Livermore Results in Death of Mitchell Katz

A devastating two-car collision on Friday afternoon has resulted in the death of a 59-year-old man, according to the Livermore Police Department. The driver of a white GMC SUV tragically lost his life at the hospital after colliding with a black Subaru at the intersection of East Avenue and Mitra Street.

The deceased driver has been identified as Mitchell Katz by the Alameda County Coroner's Office. Katz is the well-known owner of Mitchell Katz Winery located in Livermore.

In light of this tragic incident, Mitchell Katz Winery announced its closure for the weekend on July 22-23 through a post shared on their Facebook page. The announcement prompted an outpouring of support from over 100 Facebook comments offering condolences to the grieving Katz family.

Katz's sons took to social media as well, sharing a heartfelt letter informing friends and followers about their father's untimely passing. "We have suffered a tragic loss... Our dad, Mitchell Katz, was unexpectedly taken from us this past Friday evening, July 21, 2023," read their emotional post. They expressed gratitude towards those who had reached out with sincere condolences and requested privacy during this difficult time while they gather more information and begin healing.

This heartbreaking incident serves as a reminder that accidents can happen anywhere and affect anyone within our community. As we mourn alongside those affected by this tragedy, let us keep them in our thoughts during these challenging times.

Legal Help

If you or a loved one was a victim in this or a similar accident, you may be entitled to financial compensation.

If you would like to speak with an attorney about your potential case, we can connect you with an experienced injury lawyer who will provide you with a free, no-obligation case consultation - an attorney who will advance all case costs and will not collect a fee unless they win your case. Click here to get connected.