Two Dead after Semi-Truck Accident near Jameson Avenue

FRESNO COUNTY, CA (November 16, 2022) – Monday morning, two people were killed in a big-rig collision on West Kamm Avenue.

The incident happened just after 7:00 a.m., near Jameson Avenue just west of Caruthers.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the driver of a northbound big-rig failed to a stop at a posted stop sign on Jameson Avenue. As a result, the big-rig collided with a Toyota Camry that traveled into the intersection from West Kamm Avenue.

Medical personnel arrived and pronounced the driver of the Camry and dead at the scene. Meanwhile, both of the occupants in the big rig were ejected from the truck. One of the men died at the scene and the other was airlifted to a local hospital for treatment of major injuries.

At this time, none of the victims’ identities have been released pending notification of their next of kin. 

In this sorrowful time, the Sweet James team would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased victims. May the memories of your loved ones give you strength and comfort in the days ahead.

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