Clovis, CA — October 9, 2023, Billy Copple was killed, and one was injured in a two-vehicle crash Highway 168 in Fresno County, Clovis, CA.

Authorities indicate that on October 9, a fatal accident occurred when two vehicles collided in Clovis for unknown reasons. According to reports, the crash happened at approximately 10:10 at night.

Investigators say a Tesla traveling east along Highway 168 collided head-on with a Chevrolet Silverado driving in the opposite direction. The impact reportedly caused the Tesla to catch fire at the scene. The cause of the crash has not been released, and few details are available at this time.

Officials confirmed that the Tesla driver, Billy Copple, 32, suffered fatal injuries. The Chevrolet driver reportedly had severe injuries and was taken to an area hospital. No other injuries were reported.

The investigation is ongoing.

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