Modesto, CA – A fatal single-vehicle accident occurred late Thursday night, August 1, 2024, on McGee Avenue north of Rice Road, claiming the life of 59-year-old Eddie Dutra of Modesto, The Modesto Bee reports.
According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), Dutra was driving his 2010 Chevrolet SUV on McGee Avenue around 10:15 PM when, for reasons still under investigation, his vehicle veered to the right. The SUV crashed into a dirt embankment and rolled over, causing severe damage.
Dutra was pronounced dead at the scene. His body was later transported to the Stanislaus County Coroner for further examination. As of Friday morning, it remained unclear if drugs or alcohol played a role in the crash.
The investigation into the cause of the accident is ongoing. Authorities are asking anyone with information about the incident to come forward.
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