The deadly collision happened Wednesday around 5:30 pm on Clovis and American Avenue.
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California Highway Patrol officers say 31-year-old Jesus Acevedo- Arana was driving a Honda Accord and crashed into the back of a box truck that was stopped at the intersection.
Authorities said he was driving so fast part of his car went under the semi-truck.
32-year-old Yadira Ruby Pineda was in the Honda and died.
Arana and the truck driver were both hurt.
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Another car was hit in the collision, but they were okay when officers arrived.
Officer Trejo said Arana may have a record of violations behind the wheel.
"At this time, we are looking into his past driving history to decide if there's gonna be further charges. But it does appear there's something there," said Trejo.
Arana is still in the hospital in critical condition and in police custody.
Trejo said Arana could face felony DUI and vehicular manslaughter charges once he's released from care.
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