MODESTO, Stanislaus County, Calif., Oct. 22, 2026 — An elderly woman was injured on Wednesday evening, October 21, when two vehicles collided on State Route 108 just north of Crawford Road, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The crash involved a Toyota RAV4 and a Nissan sedan. Responders who arrived at the scene reported one vehicle was left standing on its end, and the woman, described in dispatch records as elderly, was reportedly bleeding from her face. Stanislaus County fire crews were sent to assist.
The CHP log listed the crash as a traffic hazard in its early stages, meaning both vehicles and debris may have been blocking or partially blocking the roadway before crews arrived. No other injuries were reported in the log. The extent of the woman's injuries has not been released.
Tow crews were called for both vehicles. Haidlen Towing responded to one vehicle, and CHP records show a second rotation tow request went out before a company confirmed it would handle the other car. Both vehicles were reported disabled and marked with hazard lights at the scene.
The CHP has not released further details on what led to the collision. The crash remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with those who were injured, and we wish them a full recovery.
Local Crash Information for Modesto, CA
This crash happened at State Route 108 and Crawford Road in Modesto, CA. Our Modesto, CA car accident information page brings together police report details, local crash data, and trauma care information in one place.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do most traffic accidents happen?
Crashes are common at intersections and on stretches of highway where vehicles merge, turn, or cross opposing lanes, like the area where SR-108 meets Crawford Road.
What are the most common causes of car accidents?
Distracted driving, speeding, failure to yield, and misjudged turns across traffic are frequent factors, though a specific cause is not confirmed until investigators complete their review.
What injuries are most common in car accidents?
Cuts, bruises, and head or facial injuries are common in collisions involving a side or angled impact, along with whiplash and injuries from being thrown against the interior of the vehicle.
What to Do After a Car Accident in Modesto, CA
Anyone involved in a crash should move to a safe spot if possible and call 911 right away. Even injuries that seem minor, like a cut or bump to the head, should be checked by a medical professional, since some symptoms take hours to appear. Take photos of the vehicles and the surrounding road if it's safe to do so, and get the names and contact information of anyone else involved or who witnessed the crash. Once a CHP report is filed, request a copy for your records. Follow up with your doctor if pain, swelling, or dizziness develops in the days after the crash.
