63-Year-Old Modesto Man Killed, Another Man Seriously Injured in Denair Crash on Santa Fe Avenue near Monte Vista Avenue
Denair, California (September 16, 2021) – A head-on collision has claimed the life of a Modesto man and left another man with serious injuries Thursday morning south of Denair, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The deadly wreck happened at around 6:30 a.m. on Santa Fe Avenue, approximately a half-mile south of Monte Vista Avenue.
The CHP said a 63-year-old Modesto man was driving a Subaru SUV northbound on Santa Fe Avenue when he attempted to pass a vehicle in front of him.
For unknown reasons, the Subaru collided head-on with a south Toyota sedan. The impact pushed the Toyota backward, where it was rear-ended by a Nissan SUV driven by a 48-year-old Modesto resident.
Santa Fe Avenue Crash in Denair Kills 1, Injures 1
The Subaru driver was transported to Emanuel Medical Center, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
The man driving the Toyota was transported to Doctors Medical Center with major leg injuries.
The Nissan driver did not suffer any injuries in the collision.
All drivers were sole occupants of their respective vehicles. The names of the deceased victim and the injured party have not been released.
It is undetermined whether drugs or alcohol played a role in the crash, which remains under investigation.
Tips on What to do after a Car Accident in California
- Always stop and remain at the scene.
- Check if you or your passengers have been injured. In case someone is hurt, call emergency services or ask someone else to help.
- Get to safety – If your car is drivable, move it to a safe area. If it's not, turn your hazard lights on and set up flares.
- Call 911 to report the accident.
- Never discuss or admit fault. Instead, wait for a police officer and insurance companies representatives to figure out the fault.
- Document the accident and exchange information with other drivers.