A pedestrian using a wheelchair was struck by a vehicle on Tuesday afternoon, October 13, 2026, on State Route 41 northbound at the Shaw Avenue off-ramp in Fresno, according to the California Highway Patrol. The collision was reported at approximately 5:32 p.m. in the Fresno County city. Fresno City Fire personnel were dispatched to the scene to assist the injured pedestrian. The CHP's traffic log confirmed that a vehicle struck the person in a wheelchair at the off-ramp location.

Details regarding the vehicle that struck the pedestrian were not available at the time of the report. The condition of the person who was struck has not been released by the California Highway Patrol or responding agencies. It has not been confirmed whether the individual was transported to a hospital for treatment. The CHP has not disclosed additional information regarding the type of vehicle involved or the identity of the driver.

The California Highway Patrol has not released further details on what led up to the collision at the Route 41 northbound and Shaw Avenue off-ramp. No information on citations, fault determination, or contributing factors has been made public. The incident remains under investigation by the CHP. Pedestrian crashes near freeway off-ramps can be particularly challenging for investigators due to the mix of vehicle speeds, merging traffic, and limited pedestrian infrastructure in those areas.

The collision on Route 41 at Shaw Avenue highlights the ongoing risks facing pedestrians near freeway ramps and interchanges in Fresno and throughout Fresno County. Freeway off-ramp areas can be especially hazardous for pedestrians, including those using wheelchairs or other mobility devices, due to the speed of exiting traffic and the limited separation between vehicles and pedestrian paths. According to the California Office of Traffic Safety, pedestrian fatalities statewide decreased from 1,213 in 2022 to 1,106 in 2023, but collisions involving vulnerable road users remain a significant concern. Motorists are urged to watch for pedestrians near ramps and intersections and reduce speed in areas where pedestrian activity may be present. Anyone with information about Tuesday's crash is asked to contact the California Highway Patrol.