A 17-year-old motorcyclist was killed in a head-on crash with a pickup truck in Fresno County on Friday afternoon, January 2, 2026.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred around 3:00 p.m. on Auberry Road south of the Fresno Rifle and Pistol Club.
The motorcyclist, identified as Jayce A. of Junction City, Kansas, was riding a BMW S1000RR motorcycle southbound when he crossed over the solid double yellow lines into the northbound lane while entering a sweeping right-hand curve.
At the same time, a 39-year-old man driving a Ford F-350 dually pickup truck was approaching the same curve. The front of the motorcycle collided with the front of the pickup truck, ejecting Alonzo onto the roadway.
Emergency personnel arrived at the scene, but Jayce was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities said he was wearing a full-face helmet. CHP confirmed that alcohol or drugs were not suspected to be factors in the crash.
The investigation is ongoing.
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.
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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.