Motorcyclist Dies in Collision With Caltrans Truck on SR 99
A 31-year-old motorcyclist died after colliding with a Caltrans truck on State Route 99 north of Atwater Merced Expressway, near Merced.
Sacramento Stockton Modesto, CA, October 9, 2026 — A 31-year-old motorcyclist has died following a collision with a Caltrans truck on State Route 99. The incident occurred north of the Atwater Merced Expressway, near Merced.
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) has confirmed the fatality. The motorcyclist, whose name has not yet been released, was pronounced deceased at the scene. The collision involved a Caltrans truck and the motorcycle.
Details surrounding the cause of the crash were not immediately available. Authorities are investigating the circumstances that led to the collision. The exact time of the incident was not provided.
The affected area of State Route 99 experienced traffic delays as emergency crews responded and investigators worked the scene. Information regarding any potential road closures or diversions was not detailed in the initial reports.
Caltrans has not released a statement regarding the incident involving its vehicle. Information on the status of the Caltrans truck driver was not provided.
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