![[12-22-2025] 19-Year-Old Killed in Crash Involving Semi-Truck on Manning Avenue](https://ak1.to//0WaL.webp)
A 19-year-old man was killed in a two-vehicle crash involving a semi-truck on Manning Avenue near South Riverside Avenue west of Fresno on Monday evening, December 22, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred around 6:30 p.m. when a Chevrolet Silverado traveling westbound on Manning Avenue was sideswiped by an eastbound Freightliner Cascadia semi-truck that veered into the westbound lane.
The impact forced the pickup truck off the roadway, where it overturned multiple times and came to rest on its roof. The driver of the Chevrolet was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Fresno County Coroner’s Office identified the victim as Mattix S., a 19-year-old from Kingsburg. CHP said the driver of the Freightliner was not injured, remained at the scene, and cooperated with investigators.
Authorities reported that drugs and alcohol did not appear to be factors in the crash. The cause of the crash is under investigation.
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.
