![[07-09-2025] One Killed, Two Others Injured in Head-On Crash on Highway 120 Near Valley Home Road](https://ak1.to//EemIZ.webp)
A man was killed following a head-on crash involving multiple vehicles on Highway 120 in Stanislaus County on Wednesday night, July 9, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol Modesto division, the incident occurred around 10:11 p.m. when a 48-year-old Modesto man driving a 2024 Lexus sedan westbound on Highway 120 veered into the eastbound lanes, sideswiping a 2014 Kenworth combination truck hauling a trailer.
The Lexus continued traveling in the wrong direction and then collided head-on with a 2021 Chevrolet SUV. Emergency responders transported the Lexus driver to Oak Valley Hospital, where he later died from his injuries. His identity has not yet been released.
CHP stated that two passengers in the SUV suffered minor injuries, while the SUV driver and the Kenworth truck driver were not hurt. All individuals involved were wearing seatbelts.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation. It is currently unknown whether drugs or alcohol played a role in the incident.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
