Modesto, CA (September 4, 2026) – A person using a wheelchair was hurt on Wednesday after being struck by a vehicle at Pelton Ave and Colorado Ave in Modesto. The collision occurred around 2:55 p.m. on September 2 near M&S Market & Liquor.
Emergency units were called to the intersection following reports that a vehicle had struck the wheelchair user. The available report describes the injuries as major but does not identify the person or provide their medical status.
No information was provided about the driver or the circumstances leading to the collision. The investigation remains ongoing.
We hope the injured person makes a steady recovery.
What Should Drivers Know Around Wheelchair Users?
People using wheelchairs may travel along sidewalks, crossings, access lanes, and other areas near moving traffic. Drivers should watch carefully at intersections and give pedestrians enough space to cross safely.
Visibility can be harder when parked vehicles, signs, landscaping, or other objects block a driver’s view. Lower speeds can give motorists more time to recognize people entering a crossing or traveling near the roadway.
Drivers should stay attentive, check carefully before turning, and yield to pedestrians with the right of way. Avoiding distractions is also important because even a brief lapse in attention can reduce the time available to react.
