On May 1, 2026, at approximately 3:46 a.m., CHP Oakhurst officers responded to a call of a solo vehicle rollover crash on Road 274 at Fawn Point Lane in Bass Lake, CA. The driver, a 72-year-old male from Clovis, CA, was driving a 2009 Dodge Ram 2500 northbound on Road 274, approaching Fawn Point Lane at an unknown speed.
For an unknown reason, the driver was unable to negotiate a sharp curve, causing the vehicle to leave the east roadway edge and overturn. The vehicle struck a tree and rock boulders as it overturned. It came to rest on its roof approximately 30 feet down an embankment, facing in a southwesterly direction.
The driver was wearing his seat belt and was pinned inside the vehicle. Emergency personnel arrived on scene and provided life-saving measures; however, the driver unfortunately succumbed to his injuries. The crash is currently under investigation.
Anyone with information related to this crash is encouraged to contact the CHP Oakhurst Area office and direct inquiries to Public Information Officer J. Buttgereit, ID 18970. Officer J. Aguilar, ID 19899, is the investigating officer.
The public is reminded to drive safely, especially on unfamiliar roads. Always remember to slow down, pay attention to road signs, and limit distractions.
The mission of the California Highway Patrol is to provide the highest level of Safety, Service, and Security to the people of California.
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