California

Amaya Chenot Killed in Accident at Friant Rd and Shepherd Ave in Fresno, CA

Published on: April 13, 2023

Date of Accident
April 12, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Amaya Chenot
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

North Friant Road & East Shepherd Avenue, Fresno, CA, USA

What Happened

Officials with the Fresno Police Department are investigating a collision that left a woman dead at Friant Rd and Shepherd Ave in Fresno, CA on April 12th, 2023. Police say it occurred around 1 a.m. According to investigators, a tow truck is alleged to have run a red light at the intersection before colliding with the side of passenger vehicle, pushing the vehicle into a median. The woman operating the vehicle, identified as 22-year-old Amaya Chenot, was pinned inside. Authorities were able to free Chenot from the vehicle, however she was pronounced dead at the scene. Information related to the condition of the other driver or potential charges was not made available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Fresno Police Department
Vehicles Involved
Tow Truck, Passenger Car
Road/Highway
Friant Rd and Shepherd Ave
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Tow truck is alleged to have run a red light at the intersection before colliding with a passenger vehicle

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