![[10-16-2024] Two Dead After Vehicle Crashes into Home Following Police Pursuit in Fresno](https://ak1.to//4S6B.webp)
Two individuals were killed after a vehicle involved in a police pursuit crashed into a home in Fresno late Wednesday night, October 16, 2024.
According to the Fresno Police Department, the pursuit, involving the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office and other law enforcement agencies, began around 9:30 p.m. and ended when the suspect’s white Tahoe crashed into a residence near Cedar and Nevada avenues.
The collision tragically claimed the life of a person inside the home, and an 18-year-old woman who was trapped under the vehicle was later pronounced dead at 11:30 p.m. On Thursday morning, officials confirmed a second fatality—a 26-year-old woman.
The driver, identified as an 18-year-old male, was detained at the scene. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances of the crash.
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.
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.
