Ceres, CA – On the evening of Sunday, March 1, 2026, a vehicle-versus-pedestrian collision left a 33-year-old man in critical condition, according to FOX40.
The Ceres Police Department reports that the accident took place just after 8:00 PM near the intersection of Mitchell and Service Roads.
Authorities said officers responded to multiple 911 calls reporting that a pedestrian had been struck by a driver near the entrance to a parking lot just north of the intersection, near the east entrance to the Walmart parking lot. Officers arrived and rendered medical aid until paramedics and first responders from the Modesto Fire Department arrived on scene.
The 33-year-old male pedestrian was transported by ambulance to a local hospital, where he remained in critical condition at the time of reporting. His identity had not been released, with authorities indicating that his family was in the process of being notified.
Preliminary findings indicated that the driver was traveling northbound on Mitchell Road with a green traffic signal when the vehicle struck the pedestrian, who was attempting to cross the roadway. Investigators determined that alcohol was not a factor in the collision following interviews with the driver at the scene.
The Ceres Police Department’s Traffic Unit Multidisciplinary Accident Investigation Team responded to the scene, given the severity of the collision. Northbound lanes of Mitchell Road were closed for several hours while investigators processed the area, with traffic diverted during the closure. Authorities encouraged any witnesses to contact the department with relevant information.
Duty of Care Toward Pedestrians
Drivers have a Duty of Care towards pedestrians, who are particularly vulnerable in traffic accidents. This responsibility includes being vigilant for pedestrians near the roadway and, if a collision occurs, staying with the victim to ensure they get proper medical treatment and cooperating with authorities investigating the crash.
Should the at-fault driver evade authorities, compensation might still be available through a family member’s uninsured driver coverage. Consulting with a personal injury attorney can help determine the best options in such cases.
California Pedestrian Accident Lawyer
If you or someone you love was harmed in an accident like the one described here, contact a California Pedestrian Accident Lawyer for any questions or to receive a no-cost, no-obligation case assessment.
