Fresno, CA – On the afternoon of Monday, June 30, 2025, a head-on collision resulted in the death of Mary Bonds, 86, of Fresno, according to KSEE.

The California Highway Patrol reports that the accident took place around 3:00 PM near the intersection of Butler Avenue and Fowler Avenue.

According to investigators, Bonds was driving a Nissan Versa eastbound on Butler Avenue when, for reasons still under investigation, the vehicle drifted into the westbound lane. The Nissan entered the path of a Chevrolet Silverado, resulting in a head-on collision.

Emergency responders arrived on scene and found Bonds with critical injuries. She was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the Silverado was not injured in the crash and remained at the scene to cooperate with authorities.

The cause of the collision remains under investigation. No signs of impairment have been reported, and officials have not released further details regarding contributing factors. The California Highway Patrol is continuing to gather information related to the incident.

Wrongful Death Claims

Losing a loved one in a traffic accident is devastating, and the pain can be made worse by the financial strain that often follows. Medical bills, funeral costs, and the loss of income to support dependents of the deceased can leave families struggling. Filing a Wrongful Death claim against those responsible can provide compensation to help with these expenses. 

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If you or someone you love was harmed in an accident like the one described here, feel free to contact a Fresno Wrongful Death Lawyer for any questions or to receive a no-cost, no-obligation case assessment.