Fatal Crash Highway 43, Cairo Avenue in Laton, Fresno County

Fatal Collision on State Route 43, North of Hanford

HANFORD, Calif., (Nov. 5, 2026) — A fatal two-vehicle collision happened Thursday morning in Laton on Highway 43 near Cairo Avenue in the Laton area of Fresno County, just north of Hanford.

An 80-year-old man suffered fatal injuries in the crash near the Farmers Mini Mart.

The California Highway Patrol reported the incident occurred amid thick fog on 10th Avenue (SR-43) shortly after 6:40 a.m. on Nov. 5th when a silver Kia Forte sedan was traveling north and stopped at the intersection. Meanwhile, a blue and black Nissan pickup truck was traveling southbound at the same time the Kia’s driver attempted to turn.

Investigators are still examining the circumstances leading up to the collision. The crash led to the temporary blockage of the northbound lanes, though they were soon reopened.

The identities of those involved have not yet been released. Emergency responders, including paramedics and local law enforcement, were dispatched to the scene. Despite their best efforts, one individual was pronounced deceased at the location.

The Hanford Police Department is actively investigating the accident and urging any witnesses to come forward to assist in reconstructing the events leading up to this unfortunate incident.

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