Alameda County dispatcher killed in suspected DUI crash

An Alameda County Sheriff’s Office dispatcher was killed in a crash when an intoxicated driver struck her car while she was driving to work Sunday, authorities said Monday.

Officers responded to the rollover vehicle collision at East 14th Street and 150th Avenue in San Leandro at 11:14 p.m. Sunday and found an unconscious female driver suffering from “significant” injuries. The woman, identified as Antoinette Finau, was transported to a hospital, where she later died.

Police said her car was broadsided by a motorist who was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence. The impact of the crash caused Finau’s car to roll over. The driver who broadsided Finau did not sustain injuries and was taken to jail, police said.

During a procession Monday morning, Antoinette’s family and multiple law enforcement agencies escorted her body along Interstate 580 to the Alameda County Coroner’s Bureau, authorities said.

“We will remember Antoinette as someone who lived her life to the fullest and touched the hearts of those around her,” the sheriff’s office said on social media. “Though her time with us was short (almost three years), Antoinette impacted our agency with her sweet nature, kind heart, warm smile, and pride in being the voice on the other end of a call for help. She was a loving mother, a sister, a daughter, and a friend to many. We extend our deepest condolences to her family and friends. Rest well, Antoinette. We will miss you.”