[01-04-2026] Fresno County, CA – Driver Killed in Wrong-Way Multi-Vehicle Crash on Highway 99 Near Clinton Avenue

A driver was killed in a multi-vehicle collision involving a wrong-way vehicle on Highway 99 near the Clinton Avenue off-ramp in Fresno on Sunday afternoon, January 4, 2026.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred just after 2:00 p.m. when a 58-year-old Fresno man was traveling northbound in the southbound lanes of Highway 99 in a Ford Ranger. 

CHP said the wrong-way driver was traveling in the No. 1 southbound lane after entering from Olive Avenue before colliding south of Clinton Avenue. A Ford Bronco, driven by a 24-year-old woman, and a Chevrolet Equinox, driven by a 63-year-old woman, were traveling southbound toward the oncoming vehicle. 

Authorities said the driver of the Ford Bronco attempted to avoid the collision, but a head-on crash occurred, blocking the No. 1 and No. 2 southbound lanes. The Chevrolet Equinox was unable to avoid the collision and also became involved.

The driver of the Ford Ranger was transported to Community Regional Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead. The drivers of the Ford Bronco and Chevrolet Equinox were taken to the hospital, though their conditions were not disclosed. 

CHP said it was not yet known whether alcohol or drugs were factors in the crash, pending toxicology results. 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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