[02-01-2026] Stanislaus County, CA – Woman Hospitalized After Hit-and-Run on Bystrum Rd. in Modesto

A woman was hospitalized with major injuries after being struck in a hit-and-run crash in Modesto early Sunday morning, February 1, 2026.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the incident occurred at around 2:28 a.m. on Bystrum Road just south of Pecos Avenue. 

Investigators said the suspect vehicle was traveling northbound when it struck the woman and fled the scene.

Officers located a 34-year-old woman lying on the shoulder of the road with major injuries. She was transported to a hospital for treatment.

CHP said evidence at the scene identified the suspect vehicle as a possible 2007 to 2014 Lincoln Navigator. Authorities noted the vehicle would likely have damage to the right-front headlight, headlight assembly, and/or grille.

The CHP continues to investigate the hit-and-run.

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