Modesto, CA – On the evening of Wednesday, April 30, 2025, an ATV collision resulted in fatal injuries to a young man north of the city, according to The Modesto Bee.
The California Highway Patrol reports that the accident took place around 8:40 PM near the 6000 block of American Avenue, an area just outside Modesto city limits in Stanislaus County.
The victim was identified by the Stanislaus County Coroner’s Office as 22-year-old Jonathan Arreola of Modesto.
Preliminary details indicate that Arreola was operating an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) when he lost control and was thrown from the vehicle. Witnesses reported that the rider was not moving after the fall, prompting a call to emergency services.
Personnel from the Modesto Fire Department responded to the scene and immediately began life-saving measures upon arrival. Despite their efforts, Arreola was pronounced dead at the scene due to the severity of his injuries. Authorities confirmed that he was the only person involved in the crash, and no other vehicles were connected to the incident.
Investigators are working to determine the cause of the incident, including whether speed, terrain conditions, or mechanical failure may have contributed. This is an ongoing investigation.
Single-Vehicle Collisions
In some cases, investigations may reveal that even in a single-vehicle accident, nearby drivers or unsafe road features share some responsibility. California’s Comparative Negligence rule means that, even if those injured in accidents are found partially at fault, they may still be eligible to receive partial compensation for damages.
