Yolanda Arias Killed in Car Accident near Colorado Road [Fresno, CA]

38-Year-Old Woman Dies after Crashing Car into Canal near Colorado and Levee Roads

 
FRESNO COUNTY, CA (December 29, 2022) – Yolanda Arias was killed after crashing her vehicle into a canal in Fresno County on Tuesday afternoon.
 
The crash happened around 3:00 p.m. on December 27, near Colorado Road and Levee Road. According to the California Highway Patrol, Arias was driving a Toyota sedan, possibly going over 55 mph, when she suddenly lost contro of the car, causing it to drift onto the right shoulder.
 
The vehicle ended up overturning and landing in a full canal along the roadway.
 
Arias’ passenger, a 42-year-old man, was able to free himself from the vehicle as it submerged in water. He was also able to free Arias from her seatbelt and pull her out of the water.
 
Sadly, Arias did not survive and died at the scene. She was 38 years old from Firebaugh.
 
CHP officials said wet roadways and speed are suspected factors in the crash. It is unknown if drugs or alcohol played a role. An investigation is ongoing.

We express our sincere condolences to the grieving loved ones of Yolanda Arias.

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