Modesto, CA (February 28, 2023) – Two people have lost their lives following a car crash that took place on Monday morning in Modesto. The California Highway Patrol was notified at approximately 6:39 a.m. on February 27 that they were needed at the scene of a serious car crash on Highway 4.
According to reports, a 21-year-old woman from Stockton, California, was driving a sports car on Highway 4 when her vehicle collided head-on with a white pickup truck, which was driven by a 51-year-old man from Copperopolis, California.
Both vehicles were severely damaged in the accident. Authorities arrived at the scene and immediately blocked off multiple lanes of Highway 4 in the area of Milton Road.
Both the 21-year-old woman in the 51-year-old man were fatally injured in the crash. Both victims were pronounced deceased.
The number of injured parties is not known at this time.
The California Highway Patrol is currently investigating the cause of the crash.
Fatal Car Accidents in California
Motor vehicle collisions in the state of California take the lives of thousands of people every year. There are many cases where accidents take place that are entirely preventable. Regrettably, every day, innocent victims continue to suffer fatal car crashes due to drivers who engage in reckless actions. Some of the most common causes of fatal collisions that we see in Maryland include the following:
- Drivers who are distracted by their food, cell phones, or other people
- Motorists who speed or travel too fast for road conditions
- Drivers who are under the influence of alcohol or drugs
- Motorists who run red lights, pass stop signs, and disregard traffic control devices
When motorists engage in these and other acts of negligence while operating their vehicles, they continue to cause severe motor vehicle accidents every single day in our state that have devastating consequences for victims. When innocent people end up passing away as a result of their injuries, their families must reach out to a wrongful death lawyer in Modesto as soon as possible.
At Wilshire Law Firm, our experienced legal team is here to help if you have lost a loved one in a fatal accident. With decades of experience fighting for those who have been wrongfully harmed and over $1 billion recovered in damages, it’s easy to see why so many clients trust us with their personal injury cases. Our attorneys are ready to take on your case, so contact our personal injury law firm at 800-358-1884 to schedule a consultation. Our lawyers can meet with you for a free consultation to discuss your case and the legal options that are available to help you move forward.