Sedan overturned after striking the center divider near Victor Road
June 26, 2026 | San Joaquin, CA
Two people died in a single-vehicle crash late Friday night on northbound Highway 99 in San Joaquin County.
What happened in the crash?
Deanna Mare Jasso, 31, of Lodi, died after a sedan struck the concrete centre divider, overturned on northbound Highway 99 near the Victor Road interchange.
- Date and time: June 26, just before 11:30 p.m.
- Location: Northbound Highway 99 near the Victor Road interchange
- Vehicle: Northbound sedan
- Sequence: Unsafe left turn, struck the concrete center divider, overturned, and came to rest on a metal guardrail
- Outcome: Front-seat passenger ejected, driver partially ejected through windshield, both died at a local hospital
Deanna Mare Jasso, 31, of Lodi, was one of the two occupants. A 32-year-old Riverbank man also died. The California Highway Patrol is investigating.
Why do these accidents happen?
Single-vehicle crashes on divided highways often involve driver error, road conditions, or mechanical issues. Authorities continue to examine all contributing factors in this incident.
Accident Data Overview
| Category | Statistic | Source |
|---|
| Single-vehicle fatalities | Account for 45% of all traffic deaths | Federal Highway Administration |
| Ejection risk | Increases injury severity by over 70% | CDC |
| Nighttime crashes | 50% higher fatality rate than daytime | Federal Highway Administration |
Legal Insights
In cases such as this, determining the exact cause remains essential.
“It is imperative to come to a determination of the exact cause of any accident. An attorney has the resources to review applicable insurance coverage, hire witnesses, run background checks, and locate witnesses. We carefully guide the family of the victim through the process,” said Candice Bond, managing partner at Bond Legal.
“In addition to a police report, an attorney will carefully review what may have contributed to the crash,” said Bond.
Key takeaways:
- Independent review helps preserve evidence
- Background checks and witness location strengthen understanding
- Insurance coverage analysis supports families navigating next steps
Pending investigation results, families may explore options for loss of companionship, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.
“The stress and sorrow can be extremely overwhelming after losing a loved one in an accident,” said Stefano Formica, of counsel with Bond Legal. “We understand just what families are forced to go through, and protecting their rights is vital.”
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