[06-17-2024] Fresno County, CA – One Person Killed, Another Injured Following Vehicle Vs. Semi-Truck Collision Along Kamm Avenue

One person was killed, while another was injured following a vehicle vs. semi-truck collision in Fresno County on Monday afternoon, June 17, 2024.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the fatal crash happened around 1:20 p.m. at Kamm Avenue and Jameson Avenue, southwest of Fresno City.

Investigators stated that a 70-year-old woman driving a commercial semi-truck westbound on Kamm Avenue had the right of way to pass through the intersection with Jameson Avenue when a Chevrolet SUV suddenly hit her truck.

The Chevy driver, who is only described as 53 years old, reportedly failed to stop at a posted stop sign and drove right in front of the semi-truck, causing the truck’s front end to collide with its right side. The crash caused major damage to both vehicles and injured both of its solo occupants.

CHP confirmed that the Chevy driver died at the scene. The name, gender, and origin of the deceased have not yet been disclosed. The elderly driver of the semi, meanwhile, sustained minor injuries. It is unclear whether she was transported to a local hospital for treatment.

The incident is still under investigation. CHP said that neither drugs nor alcohol are seen as possible factors in the deadly collision.

No further information was immediately available.