![[01-04-2025] Woman Killed, Four Injured, Including Child, in Suspected DUI Crash on Floral Avenue](https://ak1.to//mZ5Ra.webp)
A suspected DUI crash in Fresno County claimed the life of a 28-year-old woman and injured four others, including a child, on Saturday evening, January 4, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the collision occurred at 8:30 p.m. at the intersection of Floral Avenue and Willow Avenue.
A 24-year-old man driving a Toyota eastbound on Floral Avenue attempted to make a left turn onto Willow Avenue, crossing into the westbound lane and colliding head-on with a Nissan driven by a 61-year-old woman.
The Toyota’s right-front passenger, a 28-year-old woman who was not wearing a seatbelt, suffered critical injuries and was transported to Community Regional Medical Center, where she was pronounced dead. A 9-year-old girl seated in the right rear of the Toyota sustained major injuries and was hospitalized.
The Toyota’s driver and the Nissan’s driver and right-front passenger all sustained moderate injuries and were transported to Community Regional Medical Center.
CHP spokesperson Mike Salas confirmed that the Toyota’s driver was under the influence of alcohol at the time of the crash. He was arrested on suspicion of DUI and will be booked into the Fresno County Jail upon release from the hospital.
No further details were 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.
