Woman severely injured after head-on DUI crash on Highway 180, CHP says

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Sunday, April 18, 2021
Woman severely injured after head-on DUI crash on HWY 180
Authorities say the suspect was three times over the legal limit at the time of the crash. She also had a suspended license.

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- A woman has suffered major injuries after a crash in Fresno County Saturday afternoon.

California Highway Patrol officers say it happened just before 5 pm near Highway 180 and Cornelia.

Officers say the suspect was going west on the highway when she collided head-on with the woman going east.

Authorities say the suspect was three times over the legal limit at the time of the crash. She also had a suspended license.

The victim suffered major injuries but is expected to survive.

The suspect has minor injuries. Officers added this is not her first DUI.

This is a developing story. Stay with Action News for updates.