Suspect identified in deadly suspected DUI crash in central Fresno

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- The suspect in a suspected DUI crash in central Fresno has been identified as 36-year-old Joal Campbell.

The crash happened just before 7:20 pm Monday in the area of Belmont and Palm.

Fresno police say Campbell was driving a black truck with his headlights off when he ran a red light, hitting a gold-colored truck in the intersection.

Surveillance video from a nearby business that was obtained by Action News shows the moment it happened.

The video captures the headlights from the gold truck in the intersection before the black truck smashed into it.

Seconds later, the gold truck rolled over several times and landed in the parking lot of this gas station.

People inside the store immediately ran out to try help before first responders arrived.

One man from the gold truck died at the scene, and the other died at Community Regional Medical Center.

Campbell is being treated for his injuries at the hospital.

Once released, he'll face charges related to driving under the influence.

Tuesday morning, debris from the crash remained at the intersection.

Nick Badella, owner of Kalifornia Kustoms, says it is a common sight for nearby businesses.

"All the time. Every other week, there's something going on on this corner right here," said Badella.

Badella says he's seen countless crashes in the two years he's been at this location.

"Actually I've lived in Fresno all my life and this is probably the worst intersection I've ever been in." he said.

Last year, Fresno police say there were four crashes at the intersection that resulted in injuries.

There were four crashes in 2023, and six accidents the year prior.

Police have not released the names of the men who died here last night as they work to notify their families.

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