Fatal Crash in Woodland: One Dead, One Injured

Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash at County Roads 102 and 17 in Woodland Leaves One Dead, One Injured

A tragic two-vehicle collision in Yolo County claimed one life and left another driver hospitalized on Thursday morning, October 23, 2025. According to authorities, the crash occurred around 6:30 a.m. at the intersection of County Road 102 (CR-102) and County Road 17 (CR-17), just east of Highway 113 near Woodland. The incident involved a pickup truck and an SUV. The impact pushed the SUV off the roadway, where first responders found the driver unresponsive. The Yolo County Coroner will release the decedent’s identity after notifying next of kin. The pickup truck driver, a 53-year-old Woodland resident, sustained minor injuries and was transported by ambulance to Kaiser Permanente Vacaville Medical Center. Both lanes in the area were temporarily closed while emergency crews and tow services cleared the scene. The California Highway Patrol’s Woodland Area office is actively investigating the cause of the crash.

What We Know So Far

- Time and location: Approximately 6:30 a.m., CR-102 at CR-17, east of Highway 113 in Woodland, Yolo County.
- Vehicles involved: A pickup truck and an SUV.
- Injuries and fatality: The SUV driver died at the scene; the pickup driver was hospitalized with reported minor injuries.
- Roadway impact: Temporary lane closures during investigation and cleanup.
- Status: The investigation is ongoing; authorities have not yet released a determination of fault and have not disclosed whether speed, visibility, impairment, distraction, or failure to yield were factors.

Common Factors in Early-Morning Rural Intersection Collisions

Collisions at rural intersections like CR-102 and CR-17 often involve a complex mix of roadway design, human factors, and environmental conditions. While the specific cause of this crash remains under investigation, the following issues frequently arise in similar crashes:

- Visibility and lighting: Around sunrise, low sun angle can cause glare, making it harder to perceive oncoming traffic or traffic control devices.
- Intersection control: Stop-controlled side roads meeting higher-speed arterials can create hazardous decision points if sight lines are limited or if drivers misjudge gaps.
- Speed differentials: Higher posted speeds on rural corridors can reduce the time available to react when vehicles enter from cross streets.
- Agricultural traffic: Seasonal farm equipment and trucks can influence traffic flow and sight distances.
- Distraction and fatigue: Early-morning hours can see increased fatigue and distraction risks, especially for commuters and shift workers.

Losing a loved one because of someone else’s carelessness is one of life’s greatest injustices. At Avian Law Group, we fight tirelessly to ensure that families receive the justice and compensation they are entitled to. Our team combines compassion with aggressive legal advocacy to protect your rights and help you move forward. Don’t face this difficult time alone—reach out to Avian Law Group for a free consultation and let our experienced wrongful death attorneys stand by your side.