Fresno County, CA (April 24, 2026) – A 25-year-old woman was killed in a late-night crash when a vehicle plunged into the Friant-Kern Canal in Fresno County. The incident took place at about 11:25 p.m. On Thursday along Jensen Avenue, just east of Navelencia Avenue. Reports indicate the vehicle had been engaged in reckless driving in a nearby dirt lot, kicking up heavy dust and impairing visibility. According to authorities, the driver accidentally drove into the canal. The two men in the vehicle managed to escape once it hit the water. A woman in the back seat was first reported missing but was later discovered downstream by rescuers. She was retrieved from the canal, received life-saving treatment, and transported to a hospital, where she subsequently passed away. The driver, named 22-year-old Alexander Alcocer, was taken into custody at the scene on suspicion of driving while intoxicated by alcohol. Officials are still probing the reason for the accident, with additional information to be shared once available. Our heartfelt condolences go out to the family of the person who died. What Hazards Are Associated with Vehicles Entering Canals or Waterways? A vehicle entering a canal or similar waterway can turn life-threatening in mere moments. The vehicle can rapidly fill with water, hindering occupants’ ability to escape, particularly those in the back seats. Poor visibility from dust or darkness heightens the chance of veering off the road.
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