Modesto, CA (August 4, 2024) – Three people died as the result of a head-on crash that occurred at about 7:30 a.m. Thursday morning, August 1.
California Highway Patrol troopers stated the incident took place on Maze Boulevard/Highway 132 west of Modesto, also west of Gates and Paradise Roads. CHP officers who arrived on the scene were told by fire department personnel that two people had already died from their injuries, according to a news release.
A third person, who had to be extricated from a car, was airlifted to Doctors Medical Center, where she was also pronounced dead a short time later. The preliminary investigation found that the driver of a 2010 Lexus sedan was traveling east on Maze when he collided with a Hyundai sedan The Lexus then continued northeast and overturned into a field north of the road. The Lexus driver, who suffered minor injuries, was determined to be under the influence of alcohol and was arrested.
One of the deceased victims was his passenger, a 44-year-old Modesto woman. The occupants of the 2015 Hyundai were a 67-year-old Modesto woman, who was driving, and a 64-year-old Stockton woman. However, no updates were given on any injured victims, and the investigation is still ongoing and active at this time.
We offer our deepest condolences to the deceased victims’ families.
Injury Car Accidents in California
Unfortunately, auto accidents are common across Sacramento and the surrounding urban areas. Due to its concentrated population and congested highways, this dynamic city appears to be more concerned with traffic safety, according to accident statistics. Possessing this information regarding major and minor highway collisions will assist in shedding light on the greater Sacramento region’s alarmingly high accident rate. Unfortunately, a significant proportion of these collisions result in fatalities or, more severely, severe injuries to all parties involved.
Driving through Southern California can be both exhilarating and daunting. As the capital of California, Sacramento particularly functions as a significant hub for transportation, commerce, and travel. Even though the city maintains traffic with an extensive network of thoroughfares and roads, they may become congested during rush hour. Sacramento cars must share the road with thousands of other vehicles while exercising caution and vigilance.
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