[08-11-2022] Fresno County, CA – Man Killed in Two-Vehicle Crash Involving Garbage Truck in Southeast Fresno

According to the Fresno Police Department, a man died after crashing into a garbage truck in a two-vehicle collision in southeast Fresno Thursday morning, August 11, 2022.

The Fresno Police Department says the collision occurred around 9:00 a.m. near Chestnut Avenue and Lane Avenue.

According to police, the driver of the white Buick was speeding west on Lane Avenue when he struck the front of the garbage truck. The vehicle then lost control and landed on a house’s front lawn.

Police think the man passed away instantly.

When the crash occurred, there were occupants in the house, but nobody was hurt.

The garbage truck driver received minor injuries but did not require hospitalization.

The deceased man’s identity is unknown. Investigations into the crash’s cause are ongoing.

Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash Statistics

The city of Fresno is a large one in California. The city has a low cost of living with four distinct street sections and a distinctive street layout. It’s a very accident-prone area. The number of people killed or seriously injured yearly is in the tens of thousands.

The city of Fresno experienced approximately 11,000 auto accidents between 2003 and 2016.

California’s Fresno is home to the most fatal pedestrian and car accidents.

In 2016, there were 2,807 motor vehicle collisions. There were 4273 injuries and 112 fatalities caused by 84 pedestrian accidents, 148 motorcycle accidents, and 65 bicycle accidents.

It is possible for a car accident to occur for a variety of reasons. The three most frequent causes of auto accidents in the U.S. are distracted driving, intoxicated driving, and fatigued driving.

Fresno County Car Accident Lawyers

A few fundamental legal principles protect those hurt in Fresno vehicle crashes. The Fresno County car accident attorneys at Arash Law will see that you or a loved one gets fair compensation after a collision. They’ll hold the negligent driver accountable for their actions.

Following a car accident, handling an insurance claim can be challenging. However, the significance of preserving your legal rights cannot be overstated. Injury victims who hire attorneys have a better chance of receiving a larger settlement than those who do not.

You will decide how much money you need for loss compensation and your lawyer. Therefore, if the other driver’s insurance company contacts you after the collision, tell them to contact your lawyers.

For many years, Fresno accident victims have relied on Arash Law to seek fair compensation for their losses and other damages. Call (888) 488-1391 if you want to speak with one of our knowledgeable lawyers.