Tragic Pedestrian Crash on Highway 99 Claims a Life

Pedestrian Dies After Crosswalk Collision at Olive Avenue and Highway 99 in Fresno

Fresno, CA (July 2, 2026) — A pedestrian died after a tragic crash on Highway 99 in Fresno on Wednesday night, according to police.

Officers responded to the intersection of Olive Avenue and Highway 99 at around 10 p.m. after the driver involved called authorities and remained at the scene. When first responders arrived, they found the pedestrian in the intersection still breathing and immediately provided emergency medical care.

Paramedics transported the victim to Community Regional Medical Center, where the pedestrian later died from the injuries sustained in the collision.

Police said the victim is believed to have been between 35 and 40 years old, but authorities have not yet released the person’s identity. Investigators continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash, which marked Fresno’s second deadly traffic collision that evening.

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