Crash
Injury Extent Unreported After Merced County Crash on Ingomar Grade Road
Incident record
August 19, 2026
3:14 p.m.
Ingomar Grade Road at Fahey Road
Merced County, CA
California
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1 injured
None reported
Clear · 102°F · 9 mph wind
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A traffic collision was reported at Ingomar Grade Road at Fahey Road in Merced County on Aug. 19, 2026, at approximately 3:14 p.m., according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. The dispatch entry listed the injury status as unknown, so the extent of any injuries was not confirmed. The crash occurred amid extreme heat, with temperatures near 102 degrees at the time.
Dispatch records did not specify how many vehicles were involved or what led to the collision, and no injury count was provided in the entry.
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California accident information
- Injury statute of limitations
- 2 years (From date of injury (CCP 335.1).)
- Wrongful death statute of limitations
- 2 years (From date of death (CCP 377.60).)
- Fault rule
- California uses pure comparative negligence: partial fault reduces recovery proportionally but does not bar it.
- Citations
- CCP 335.1 (SoL); CCP 377.60 (wrongful death); pure comparative per Li v. Yellow Cab
- Crash report agency
- California Highway Patrol (CHP 190 request) for CHP-investigated crashes; local police/sheriff otherwise.
This information is provided for general educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney in your state for guidance about your specific situation.
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