Man seriously hurt in suspected hit-and-run DUI crash, Clovis police say
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- Driver initially told to stay but then fled in her Toyota Camry.
- 45-year-old Francis Portillo, a woman from Clovis, was stopped and arrested nearby.
- The male victim was taken to the hospital and is listed in critical condition.
A man was seriously hurt Thursday night after a suspected DUI hit-and-run crash in Clovis.
Clovis police spokesperson Ty Wood said the crash happened at 10 p.m. at the intersection of Jefferson and Brookhaven, near Barstow and Clovis.
When officers arrived and located the victim, they instructed the driver to remain there as they attempted life-saving measures.
Wood said the driver fled in her Toyota Camry, but was stopped a short distance away. She was arrested.
The man was taken to the hospital where he is listed in critical condition.
The department’s Collision Reconstruction Unit responded to the scene to investigate the crash.
Wood said the driver has been identified as 45-year-old from Clovis.
She was booked into Fresno County Jail on DUI, hit-and-run, evading officers, and possession of a controlled substance.
The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is encouraged to call the Clovis Police Department at 559-324-2800.
“Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs significantly impairs judgment, reaction time, and decision-making abilities, increasing the likelihood of serious injury or death. The Clovis Police Department encourages all drivers to plan ahead and make responsible choices before consuming alcohol or drugs. Designate a sober driver, use a rideshare service, call a taxi, stay with friends or family, or utilize public transportation whenever available. To report a DUI or reckless driver, call 911,” police wrote.
