Major Crash at McHenry Avenue, Saint Francis Avenue in Modesto

Head-on Collision Involving Two Vehicles

MODERN, Calif., (March 6, 2026) — A head-on crash resulted in serious injuries on Thursday afternoon at McHenry Avenue (State Route 108) and Saint Francis Avenue in Modesto, Calif.

The incident, reported on March 5th at approximately 4:41 p.m., involved a red Toyota Tacoma and a Cadillac SUV. The vehicles reportedly collided head-on, leading to the closure of northbound lanes in the area. Emergency responders, including fire and medical personnel, were dispatched to the scene immediately after the crash was reported.

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One individual, identified only with the last name Bell, was transported to Doctors Medical Center with significant injuries. Authorities noted that Bell had been taken from the scene under emergency circumstances, indicating the severity of the injuries sustained.

The incident log indicates that the California Highway Patrol categorized the crash as a major injury collision, prompting the involvement of multiple emergency units, including the request for towing services to clear the wreckage.

The details surrounding the cause of the collision remain under investigation by local law enforcement. Authorities are asking any witnesses or individuals with information regarding the crash to come forward to aid in the ongoing investigation.

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