January 19, 2023 – The Stanislaus County Sheriff's Office reported the following information yesterday.
Deputies, fire and medical personnel responded to the report of a plane crash east of the Modesto Airport. When first responders arrived, the pilot, an adult male, was located deceased inside the aircraft, with no other occupants.
The northbound lanes of Mitchell Road between Hatch Road and Finch Road will be at least partially closed throughout the night until the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) arrive on scene to take over the investigation. Expect delays if you’re using this route.
Source: Stanislaus County Sheriff's Office