[06-24-2026] Madera County, CA – One Killed, Another Injured in Two-Vehicle Crash at Ave. 18 1/2 and Rd. 19

A 25-year-old man was killed, and another person sustained injuries in a two-vehicle crash at a rural intersection in Madera County on Wednesday evening, June 24, 2026.

According to the California Highway Patrol, officers responded around 6:30 p.m. to the intersection of Avenue 18 1/2 and Road 19. \Investigators said a Toyota Tacoma traveling northbound on Road 19 failed to stop at a stop sign and entered the intersection, where it collided with a westbound Hyundai Tucson.

Both vehicles overturned and came to rest in an orchard northwest of the intersection. The driver of the Toyota, a 25-year-old Madera man, was ejected after not wearing a seat belt and was pronounced dead at the scene despite life-saving efforts.

The driver of the Hyundai, a 40-year-old Chowchilla man, was wearing a seat belt and sustained moderate injuries.

CHP continues to investigate the crash.

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.