2-Vehicle Crash on Shaw Avenue and Maroa Avenue in Fresno

Fresno Major Injury Traffic Collision on West Shaw Avenue in Old Fig Garden Area

FRESNO, Calif., (October 22, 2026) — A car accident involving a gray Honda CRV and another vehicle resulted in major injuries Wednesday night in the eastbound lanes of West Shaw Avenue at North Maroa Avenue in Fresno.

The incident occurred on Oct. 21st around 6:05 p.m., as reported by the California Highway Patrol (CHP). Initial reports indicate that a black vehicle overturned and landed at 245 West Shaw Avenue. Emergency responders were dispatched, with multiple units arriving on the scene to manage the situation and provide necessary aid.

At the time of the crash, there were indications that children may have been pinned inside one of the vehicles. Emergency medical services were notified, and several tow companies, including Reyna Towing and Romos Towing, were contacted to assist in clearing the scene. Traffic was reportedly blocked off as authorities worked to manage the situation.

This collision remains under investigation as officers from the Fresno Police Department and CHP gather more details. They are urging any witnesses to come forward with information that may aid in understanding the circumstances leading to the accident.

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