[01-02-2026] San Joaquin County, CA – Passenger Killed in Crash on SR-4 West of Middle River Bridge in Tracy

A passenger died from injuries sustained in a crash on State Route 4 west of the Middle River Bridge in Tracy on Friday morning, January 2, 2026.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred around 9:30 a.m. when a silver Nissan was driving westbound on SR-4. 

Witnesses reported that the driver was driving recklessly and nearly collided head-on with eastbound traffic multiple times. CHP officials said the driver lost control of the vehicle, veered off the south side of the roadway, overturned, and landed on its roof in the water.

Several bystanders were able to extricate the driver and passenger from the vehicle. The passenger was transported to San Joaquin County General Hospital, where they later died from their injuries. The driver was arrested on suspicion of DUI and booked into the county jail.

Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?

Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:

• Check yourself for any injuries.
• Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
• Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
• Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
• Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
• Seek immediate medical attention.
• Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.

What A Lawyer Can Do For You

Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.