![[05-24-2024] One Person Killed, Two Others Hospitalized After High-Speed Chase Led to Crash Along Shields Avenue](https://ak1.to//dPpE1.webp)
One person was killed, while two others were hospitalized after a high-speed chase led to a motorcycle vs. vehicle crash in Fresno on Friday afternoon, May 24, 2024.
According to the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office, the deadly accident happened just before 4:30 p.m. at the Shields Avenue and Valentine Avenue intersection.
FCSO said that their deputies tried making a traffic stop on a motorcycle with two riders on board near the McKinley Avenue and Feland Avenue intersection. Instead of yielding, the riders reportedly fled at a high rate of speed, initiating a high-speed chase.
Moments later, the motorcycle collided with a sedan after its rider failed to stop at a stop sign at the intersection of Shields Avenue and Valentine Avenue.
The two occupants of the now-crashed motorcycle, a man and a woman, were both taken to a nearby hospital after sustaining serious injuries. The man reportedly died due to his injuries that same night, while the woman remains in critical condition.
Meanwhile, the driver of the involved sedan was also transported to the hospital for injury evaluation. He did not suffer any serious injuries, said the deputies.
FCSO later confirmed that the male rider who died had an active arrest warrant on file for traffic-related offenses.
None of the involved individuals were named as of yet. Additional information was not immediately available.
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.
