One person was killed, and six others were hospitalized following a three-vehicle collision in Fresno County on Saturday afternoon, October 17, 2026.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred before 4:30 p.m. in the area of Brawley and Jensen Avenues.
Officers said a Ford Fusion was traveling southbound on Brawley Avenue, while a Volkswagen was heading westbound, and a Ford F-150 was traveling eastbound on Jensen Avenue.
The Volkswagen collided with the Fusion, killing a passenger in the Fusion. The pickup truck also struck the Fusion.
The deceased passenger had not been identified. Six other people were taken to a hospital, but the extent of their injuries was not provided.
Officers said drugs and alcohol were not believed to have contributed to the crash. The investigation remains ongoing.
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