Driver killed in head on crash on Highway 33

STANISLAUS COUNTY — A 31‑year‑old Modesto man died the morning of March 21 after his car crossed into oncoming traffic and collided head‑on with a pickup on Highway 33 near Frank Cox Road, according to the California Highway Patrol.

The crash was reported at about 7:50 a.m. March 21. Responding crews found a 2007 Honda Civic and a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado with major front‑end damage.

The Honda driver was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the Chevrolet, identified as 30‑year‑old Josue Orepeza of Newman, sustained minor injuries and was taken to a local hospital…

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