Clovis Community Mourns Fatal Collision on Busy Avenue [Clovis, CA]

CLOVIS, CA (March 28, 2024) — A devastating accident unfolded in Clovis on Wednesday afternoon, resulting in one fatality and prompting a thorough investigation by local authorities. 

The collision, initially reported to involve four vehicles but later confirmed to engage three, happened near the intersection of Herndon and Willow Avenues around 2 p.m.

According to the Clovis Police Department, the sequence of events was set into motion when a driver, heading eastbound on Herndon Avenue, veered across the median and struck two oncoming vehicles in a head-on collision. Tragically, the driver responsible for the crossover was declared deceased at the scene. Early investigations suggest a medical episode may have precipitated the dire situation.

The aftermath saw only one of the impacted drivers requiring hospitalization, reporting chest pain following the incident. In the meantime, the stretch of westbound Herndon Avenue extending from Willow to Helm Avenues has been closed off as the investigation proceeds.

The community awaits further details as officers delve into the cause of the Clovis vehicle crash. The identity of the deceased has yet to be disclosed as Clovis grapples with the repercussions of this tragic event.