The collision occurred on Hwy 99 in Fresno, resulting in the death of a wrong-way driver. This article explains what is known and how to request an official crash report.
FRESNO, CA - January 6, 2026
A wrong-way driver died in a multi-vehicle crash on Highway 99 in Fresno on Tuesday. The incident involved an unspecified number of vehicles and resulted in one fatality. Details on the exact time of the crash and other injuries have not been released.
Key Facts
- Crash date & time: January 6, 2026; exact time not specified
- Location: Hwy 99, Fresno, CA
- Type of crash: Multi-vehicle, wrong-way driver
- Fatalities: 1 (wrong-way driver)
- Source(s): Fresno Bee
Crash Overview
The crash occurred on Highway 99 in Fresno, involving a wrong-way driver whose actions led to a multi-vehicle collision. The specific sequence of events leading up to the crash has not been detailed in the reports available.
Emergency responders were called to the scene, but the identities of the responding agencies have not been specified. The wrong-way driver was pronounced dead following the incident. The number of vehicles involved and the presence of other injuries have not been disclosed at this time.
Authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash, and no further details regarding the cause have been provided.
People Involved
The crash resulted in the death of the wrong-way driver. No additional information about other individuals involved, including their roles, ages, or the extent of any injuries, has been released. Authorities have not disclosed the names of those involved in the incident.
Investigation Status
The investigation into the crash on Highway 99 is ongoing. No specific contributing factors, such as weather conditions or road design, have been reported by officials at this time. No citations or charges have been announced as investigators work to determine the cause of the crash.