[10-09-2026] Stanislaus County, CA – One Girl Killed, Another Critically Injured After Being Struck By Vehicle in Modesto

One girl was killed, and another remained hospitalized in critical condition after a vehicle struck them in Modesto on Friday night, October 9, 2026.

The Modesto Police Department said officers responded at about 8:49 p.m. to the 1100 block of Coffee Road, where two female juveniles had been struck while crossing in a crosswalk. Police said the car was traveling southbound on Coffee Road.

Officers at Downey High School arrived and began CPR until medical responders reached the scene. Both girls were taken to the hospital. One later died from her injuries, while the other remained in critical condition, police said.

The driver stayed at the scene and cooperated with authorities. The investigation remains ongoing.

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