Cristian Jaime Dies in Frightening DUI Crash on Trimmer Springs Road [Fresno County, CA]

Fresno County, CA (June 16, 2025) – 46-year-old Cristian Jaime was tragically killed in a shocking DUI crash on Trimmer Springs Road Saturday evening.

According to authorities, the fatal crash happened around 7:15 p.m. north of Lakeview Avenue.

Reports ay that excessive speed and alcohol appear to be factors in the crash that killed one man and injured four others.

Authorities say that 40-year-old Luis Estanga of Fresno, driving a white full-sized GMC pickup with four passengers, traveled south at high speed. Estanga failed to safely navigate a sweeping right curve, causing the vehicle to veer off the roadway, down a steep 200-foot embankment, and roll multiple times before resting against a tree.

Firefighters used winches, ropes, and cutting tools to extract the victims.

As a result of the crash, Jaime sustained fatal injuries and died at the scene.

Three other passengers in the pickup suffered minor-to-moderate injuries and received medical treatment.

Investigators believe Estanga was driving under the influence of alcohol and arrested him.

He sustained extensive injuries and was airlifted to a hospital for treatment; authorities will book him into the Fresno County Jail once medically cleared.

Estanga faces charges of felony driving under the influence of alcohol and vehicular manslaughter with gross negligence.

Officers continue to investigate and ask anyone with information to contact the Fresno-area CHP office at 559-705-2200.

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Sweet Lawyers extends its deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of Cristian Jaime during this incredibly difficult time. We are heartbroken by this tragic loss.

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