[03-18-2026] Fresno County, CA – Passenger Killed in Two-Vehicle DUI Crash on Central Avenue

A passenger was killed in a two-vehicle crash in Fresno County on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.

According to the California Highway Patrol, officers responded to the incident at around 3:30 p.m. at the intersection of Central Avenue and De Wolf. 

The preliminary investigation revealed that a Ford F-250 was traveling eastbound on Central Avenue when it attempted to make a left turn directly in front of a westbound Toyota Camry.

The passenger in the Camry sustained major injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Following the crash, the Camry driver fled into a nearby orchard but was quickly apprehended by officers. The driver is being investigated for felony evading and DUI.

This is an ongoing investigation.

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