Teen killed, 11-year-old injured in crash at intersection, Fresno police say
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- A 17-year-old died and an 11-year-old remains in serious condition.
- Police said a westbound white truck entered the Bullard and Palm intersection.
- Driver remained at the scene, is cooperating, and investigators seek surveillance video.
A 17-year-old was killed and an 11-year-old remains in critical condition following a two-vehicle crash in Fresno on Friday.
The crash occurred around 10:40 p.m. at the intersection of Bullard and Palm avenues, according to Fresno Police Lt. Justin Hoagland.
Police said a white truck was traveling west on Bullard Avenue and entered the intersection at Palm Avenue when the crash happened.
Officers arrived to what Hoagland described as a “chaotic” scene, with a large group of pedestrians gathered nearby.
Officers rendered aid before both juveniles were taken to a local hospital.
The 17-year-old later died, while the 11-year-old remains in serious condition, Hoagland said.
The driver of the truck stayed at the scene and is cooperating with investigators.
Police do not suspect drugs or alcohol were factors in the crash.
Authorities are canvassing the area for surveillance video to determine what led up to the collision.
Hoagland noted that a motorcycle was attached to the white truck at the time of the crash.
The department’s Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating.
The intersection remained closed for several hours following the incident.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the police at 559-621-7000.
This story was originally published May 2, 2026 at 12:54 AM.
