INJURED IN AN ACCIDENT?

[07-14-2025] Fresno County, CA – Woman Injured in Crash Involving Ambulance at Blackstone and Shields

A woman was taken to the hospital after a crash involving an American Ambulance unit in Fresno on Monday evening, July 14, 2025.

According to the Fresno Police Department, the collision occurred just after 8:00 p.m. at the intersection of Blackstone and Shields avenues.

Preliminary reports indicated that the ambulance was traveling westbound on Shields Avenue while responding to an emergency call when it collided with a vehicle turning eastbound onto Shields from Blackstone. Two women were inside the turning vehicle.

One of the women had to be extricated and was transported to Community Regional Medical Center. Police stated that her injuries do not appear to be life-threatening.

The EMS crew was not transporting a patient at the time of the crash, and no injuries were reported among the ambulance personnel.

The incident remains under investigation.

Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?

Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:

Check yourself for any injuries.
Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
Seek immediate medical attention.
Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.

What A Lawyer Can Do For You

Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.