22-Year-Old Petaluma Man Killed in Two-Vehicle Crash near Hicks Valley Road

MARIN COUNTY, CA (December 19, 2022) – Saturday afternoon, a two-vehicle crash on Point Reyes-Petaluma Road killed Miles Walter Kintz.

The collision happened on December 10th, at around 1:22 p.m. near the intersection of Point Reyes-Petaluma Road and Hicks Valley Road.

According to reports, Kintz, in a 2000 Subaru Impreza was heading southbound when his vehicle veered into the opposite lane. There, it collided with a northbound 1999 Honda Accord. The impact of the crash caused severe damage to both vehicles. Investigators state that inclement weather may have been a factor in the crash.

First responders arrived shortly after and pronounced 22-year-old Miles Walter Kintz of Petaluma dead at the scene. Meanwhile, the 58-year-old Honda driver from Olema suffered from significant non-life-threatening injuries. Paramedics transported them to a local hospital for treatment.

A GoFundMe page has been set up to support the Kintz’s family while they grieve the loss of their loved one.


No words can mend the broken hearts, and sorrow felt during this delicate moment. The Sweet James team sends their deepest condolences and sympathies to the family and friends of Miles Walter Kintz.


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