[04-25-2026] Merced County, CA – Man Killed in Head-On Crash in Los Banos

A man was killed in a head-on collision involving two vehicles in Los Banos on Saturday morning, April 25, 2026.

According to authorities, the crash occurred at the intersection of Santa Barbara Drive and Linwood Court.

Investigators reported that one of the vehicles was traveling at a high rate of speed in a residential area before colliding head-on with another vehicle. The victim, identified as Michael Q., was killed in the crash.

Police stated that no arrests have been made as the investigation into the cause of the collision and contributing factors continues.

Authorities continue to investigate the crash.

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