Lodi, CA (May 27, 2026) – Two people died Tuesday afternoon following a multi-vehicle collision involving a big rig on northbound Highway 99 near the Harney Lane off-ramp in Lodi. The crash was reported around 12:21 p.m., according to California Highway Patrol logs.
Investigators said one of the drivers attempted to flee the scene after the wreck but was later detained. Authorities identified the big rig driver as Manvir Singh.
Jail records show Singh is facing several charges, including vehicular manslaughter, hit-and-run resulting in death or injury, and obstructing or resisting a police officer. Additional details about the people who died in the collision were not immediately released.
Traffic in the area was heavily affected while crews worked along the highway. Further information about the sequence leading up to the fatal crash had not been made public as of Wednesday morning.
Investigators continue examining evidence connected to the deadly highway collision. Our sincere condolences go out to the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives.
Why Multi-Vehicle Big Rig Crashes Often Lead to Severe Damage
Crashes involving large commercial trucks can be especially dangerous due to the size and weight differences between big rigs and passenger vehicles. On busy highways, a single impact involving a tractor-trailer can trigger a chain reaction affecting several nearby vehicles within seconds.
Investigators reviewing these crashes often examine vehicle speed, lane changes, braking distances, and driver actions before and after contact occurred. Highway off-ramps can also increase risks because traffic patterns frequently change as vehicles merge, slow down, or exit. When a driver leaves the scene after a fatal collision, investigators may rely on witness statements, surveillance footage, and physical evidence from the roadway to reconstruct what happened.
