Reported Accidents February 23

Reported Accidents February 23

OAKDALE, CA – A tragic crash near Oakdale on Thursday afternoon claimed the life of a local woman and left four others seriously hurt.

Around 2:56 p.m., the California Highway Patrol responded to reports of a collision on State Route 108/120 west of Kennedy Road. Authorities later shared that a 48-year-old woman from Oakdale, who had been driving a gray 2013 Subaru sedan, sadly passed away at the scene.

According to investigators, the Subaru was traveling westbound when it collided head-on with a 2019 Tesla sedan heading east. For reasons that are still unclear, officials say the Subaru traversed the solid double yellow lines and headed straight into the oncoming Tesla.

The Tesla was driven by a 28-year-old man from Ceres. His three passengers — a 24-year-old woman from Manteca, a 26-year-old man from Modesto, and a 28-year-old woman also from Ceres — were all seriously injured. Emergency responders transported them to Oak Valley Medical Center for treatment.

Authorities noted that everyone involved was wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. It has not yet been determined whether drugs or alcohol played a role.

As the investigation continues, the community mourns the loss of one of its own and holds hope for the recovery of those who were injured.

I’m Ed Smith, a Sacramento car accident lawyer serving Oakdale and Stanislaus County. If you or a loved one were injured in a crash caused by a negligent or reckless driver, know that you’re not alone. AutoAccident.com is one of the most trusted personal injury firms in California, and across the U.S. Our caring legal team is here to help you navigate the legal process, hold at-fault drivers accountable, and fight for the justice you deserve. Call our accident attorneys at (916) 921-6400 for free, friendly legal advice. You can also reach out through our online contact form or toll-free number at (800) 404-5400.