Three-Vehicle Crash near Waring Road Left Denair Man Dead

HUGHSON, CA (September 13, 2022) – Thursday afternoon, one person died and Monica Acevedo was injured after a collision on Whitemore Avenue.

The deadly crash occurred around 3:31 p.m., just east of Waring Road.

According to the California Highway Patrol, an eastbound 2014 Nissan on Whitmore drifted into the westbound lane and directly into the path of a 2006 Ford, driven by 47-year-old Avelino Araiza. The Nissan spun out directly behind the Ford and into the path of a Toyota driven by 47-year-old Acevedo of Hughson.

Emergency crews arrived at the site of the accident shortly after and declared the Nissan driver dead at the scene. He has been identified as a 21-year-old man from Denair.

Meanwhile, paramedics transported Acevedo to Doctors Medical Center for major injuries. Araiza did not sustain any injuries.

Those with further information regarding the Whitmore Avenue multi-car collision are encouraged to contact Hughson Officials as soon as possible.


No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow felt during this delicate moment. The team at Sweet James sends their deepest condolences and sympathies to the family and friends of the victim.


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