Stanislaus County, CA – On the night of Thursday, July 24, 2025, a two-vehicle collision involving a motorcycle and a sedan resulted in at least one fatality, according to CHP Fatal.
The California Highway Patrol reports that the incident occurred around 10:59 PM near the intersection of Fulkerth Road and Crows Landing Road.
Initial dispatch information indicated that a motorcycle and a red four-door sedan were involved in the crash. Emergency medical services and the fire department were notified and responded to the scene shortly after the collision.
Authorities later confirmed that the collision involved a motorcycle and another vehicle, described in later updates as a Jeep. Both sustained significant damage.
Emergency responders initially classified the incident as a major injury crash, but it was reclassified as a fatality at approximately 12:20 AM on Friday, July 25, 2025. The county coroner was notified shortly thereafter.
The name of the deceased individual has not been released pending notification of next of kin. The California Highway Patrol is continuing to investigate the cause of the crash.
Wrongful Death Claims & Comparative Negligence
Determining fault in a collision can involve multiple factors, and under California’s Comparative Negligence rule, several parties can share partial responsibility. Should someone else be found even partly responsible for the death, the family may be able to file a Wrongful Death claim against the at-fault driver’s insurance. This can provide compensation to help cover medical bills, funeral expenses, and the loss of income to support the family of the deceased.
