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Driver Killed in Multi-Vehicle Collision on Highway 99 Near Galt

A fatal early-morning collision involving a passenger vehicle, a roadway work truck, and a commercial transport truck occurred on southbound Highway 99 near Twin Cities Road in Galt on September 29, 2026.

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Incident Details

The California Highway Patrol responded to a deadly collision at approximately 4:00 a.m. on September 29, 2026, along southbound Highway 99 near Twin Cities Road, as noted by KCRA 3 News.

According to CBS News Sacramento, a southbound passenger car struck a roadway work vehicle. The car subsequently crossed the freeway boundary onto West Stockton Boulevard. An approaching commercial transport vehicle then hit the car, initiating a fire. Authorities pronounced the motorist deceased at the collision site.

Local Infrastructure and Medical Resources

Adventist Health Lodi Memorial is a regional emergency-care resource in Lodi. California’s HCAI facility record lists it as an open general acute care hospital with basic emergency-room service.

General guidance from Andy Gillin

After a serious accident, families often face urgent questions while focusing on recovery. Keeping medical records, photographs, and correspondence organized can help when they’re ready to discuss what happened and understand their options.

Reporting and sources

Drafted based on initial news reports as of September 29, 2026. Incident details may evolve as the California Highway Patrol concludes its investigation.

Local help

Emergency care resources

For an immediate medical emergency, call 911.

Adventist Health Lodi Memorial

975 South Fairmont Avenue, Lodi, CA 95240-5179

Hospital location and directions · Official facility information

This is a local emergency-department listing. The reporting does not establish that anyone involved in this crash was treated here. Details checked 2026-09-30T10:47:30.966Z.

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Andy Gillin

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Andy Gillin

Andy Gillin is a founding and managing partner of GJEL Accident Attorneys. His work focuses on representing injured people in California. He has written and lectured on personal injury law, settlement strategies, and trial practice.

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