May 31, 2023 / Source: Modesto Bee
According to the California Highway Patrol, a fatal crash was reported on Friday in Modesto. Officials confirmed that one person died due to the motorcycle accident.
Authorities stated that the collision occurred on Shiloh Road, south of Paradise Road. The driver of a Yamaha suddenly drifted off the road for unknown reasons. As a result of this, the motorcycle hit a wood fence and then overturned.
The motorcyclist was identified as 38-year-old Esteban Diaz. Diaz was ejected from the vehicle and pronounced dead when taken to Doctors Medical Center.
The cause of the wreck is yet to be determined. The crash continues to be investigated by the CHP.