![[07-12-2025] Two Killed in Head-On Collision on Highway 145 Near Avenue 11](https://ak1.to//4zwk.webp)
Two drivers were killed in a head-on collision involving three vehicles on Highway 145 near Avenue 11 in Madera County early Saturday morning, July 12, 2025.
According to authorities, the crash occurred around 3:17 a.m. and involved a red Jeep Cherokee, a white Subaru Crosstrek, and a white Isuzu NPR.
A 49-year-old Fresno woman driving the Jeep was headed southbound when she crossed into the northbound lane and collided head-on with a Subaru driven by a 25-year-old man from North Fork. Both vehicles sustained major damage and came to rest in the roadway.
Shortly after the initial crash, a 41-year-old man from Kerman driving a northbound Isuzu NPR failed to see the wreckage and crashed into the two vehicles. The Isuzu sustained minor damage, and its driver was not injured.
Despite life-saving efforts, both the Jeep and Subaru drivers were pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities noted that the woman was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash.
It is currently unknown if alcohol played a role in the incident. The investigation remains ongoing.
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.
