2 Hospitalized After Running Stop Sign, Pushing Truck Into Fresno County Canal

CHP says the collision occurred at the intersection of Cornelia Avenue and Kearney Boulevard.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 1:48am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a cracked and damaged car side mirror, reflecting the chaos of a recent traffic collision.A damaged car part reflects the aftermath of a serious traffic collision caused by running a stop sign.Fresno Today

Two men were seriously injured after running a stop sign and crashing into a pickup truck, pushing it into a shallow canal in Fresno County, California. The woman driving the pickup only suffered minor injuries.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the dangers of running stop signs and the potential for serious injuries when vehicles collide at intersections. It also raises questions about traffic safety and enforcement in the Fresno area.

The details

According to the California Highway Patrol, the two men were traveling northbound on Cornelia Avenue around 5:30 p.m. on Friday when they ran the stop sign at the intersection of Kearney Boulevard. As they entered the intersection, they struck a pickup truck heading westbound, causing the pickup to be pushed into a shallow canal nearby.

  • The incident occurred around 5:30 p.m. on Friday, April 18, 2026.

The players

California Highway Patrol

The state law enforcement agency that responded to and investigated the collision.

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What’s next

The CHP is continuing to investigate the cause of the collision and whether any charges will be filed against the two men who ran the stop sign.

The takeaway

This incident serves as a tragic reminder of the importance of obeying traffic signals and the potential consequences of reckless driving. It also highlights the need for ongoing efforts to improve road safety and reduce intersection collisions in the Fresno area.