[10-08-2026] San Bernardino County, CA – Pedestrian Seriously Injured After Being Struck by Pickup Truck in Victorville

A 66-year-old man was killed, and another rider suffered moderate injuries in a head-on dirt bike collision in Modesto on Wednesday night, October 7, 2026.

According to the Modesto Police Department, officers responded at around 9:53 p.m. to Dry Creek Trail behind the 900 block of Edgebrook Drive.

Police said two dirt bike riders collided head-on while traveling along the trail between Moose Park and Thousand Oaks Park.

The 66-year-old rider sustained critical injuries and was transported to a hospital, where he later died. Authorities have not released his identity pending notification of his family.

The second rider, a 48-year-old man, suffered moderate injuries and was also transported to a hospital for treatment.

Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision.

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Riders on dirt bikes have little protection in a collision, so motorcycle accidents on trails and off-road paths can cause critical or fatal injuries. Injured riders and the families of those who have died may benefit from learning what legal rights may apply in these less common crash settings.

Motorcycle accident lawyers can examine police findings, the condition of each bike, and factors such as trail layout or nighttime visibility when relevant. They may also help pursue compensation for medical bills, lost wages, funeral costs, loss of companionship, and other recoverable damages where applicable.

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