Fresno, CA (October 5, 2025) – A Fresno County Sheriff’s deputy and a woman were hospitalized Sunday morning following a two-vehicle collision on Cornelia Avenue, according to local authorities.
Accident Details: The crash happened shortly before 10:30 a.m. when the deputy, who was responding to another incident, was driving south on Cornelia Avenue. Investigators said a woman in a passenger vehicle pulled out of her driveway, and the deputy’s patrol car struck her driver’s side door. Both sustained moderate injuries and were transported to a local hospital. The deputy has since been released, while the woman remains hospitalized.
Investigation: Officials said it is too early to determine fault. The Fresno County Sheriff’s Office and traffic investigators are examining factors such as vehicle speed, visibility, and whether the deputy’s lights or sirens were activated. They are also evaluating the deputy’s emergency response status and potential obstructions along the residential roadway.
Legal Considerations: Collisions involving law enforcement vehicles can raise complex questions regarding emergency response privileges and right-of-way. Liability typically depends on whether the officer was operating under emergency conditions and if reasonable care was exercised. Injured individuals may pursue compensation for medical costs, lost wages, and related damages through proper governmental claims channels.
This was a frightening situation for everyone involved. I wish both the deputy and the woman a full and speedy recovery following this Fresno car accident.
Source: KMPH