Man Killed, Andrew Calderon Arrested in DUI Crash on Shields Avenue [Fresno, CA]

DUI Driver Crashes into Car on Shields Avenue in Fresno, Kills 1 while Trying to Escape Police

 
FRESNO, CA (February 12, 2023) – A man died and police arrested Andrew Calderon after a DUI crash in Fresno late Wednesday evening on February 8.
 
Around 11:00 p.m., officers attempted to stop an SUV for non-moving traffic violations. The vehicle stopped in the area of Shields Avenue and First Street and officers made contact with the driver and two passengers. The occupants were initially cooperative, providing the officers with their information.
 
For unknown reasons, the driver suddenly accelerated away from the traffic stop and officers initially pursued but stopped soon afterward due to the speed of the suspect vehicle. The suspect vehicle went through an intersection at Shields Avenue and Fresno Street and collided into a Chevrolet Cruze.
 
The driver of the Chevrolet was a man in his 20s. He was rushed to Community Regional Medical Center but died a short time later.
 
Calderon, a 40-year-old man, was the driver of the suspect vehicle. He was also taken to the hospital and is listed in critical condition. His two passengers refused medical treatment.
 
The Fresno Police Department will booked Calderon into Fresno County Jail on suspicion of numerous felony charges including felony evasion causing death, felony DUI causing death, and vehicular manslaughter. They said he is on active parole and has a warrant for his arrest for domestic violence charges.

We would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the victim.

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