A tragic incident unfolded this morning on Comstock Road, resulting in a fatality and the closure of the affected roadway in rural San Joaquin County.
At approximately 7:38 AM, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) responded to a report of a vehicle incident at 19909 E Comstock Rd. Preliminary information indicates that a vehicle veered into an orchard, and authorities found an individual lying approximately 30-40 feet from the vehicle.
Emergency services, including the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office (SJSO) and fire department, were dispatched to the scene promptly. Despite their efforts, the individual was pronounced dead at the scene by the attending fire personnel, who subsequently started coordinating with the coroner.