Dominiq Puentes dies in Fresno after being struck by truck

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Dominiq Puentes dies in Fresno after being struck by truck

FRESNO, CA, (May 01, 2026) — A tragic late-night collision in Fresno claimed the life of a 13-year-old moped rider and left another juvenile critically injured, authorities said.

According to police, the crash occurred at approximately 10:40 p.m. at the intersection of Bullard and Palm Avenues when a truck struck a moped carrying two teenager.

The driver of the moped, identified as Dominiq Puentes, was pronounced dead at the scene.

A passenger riding on the moped sustained critical injuries and was transported to a local hospital for emergency treatment.

The driver of the truck remained at the scene. Officials have not released further details as the investigation into the crash continues.

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CRASH INVESTIGATION NEEDED

According to Candice Bond, an experienced moped accident attorney, these types of crashes are frequently the result of negligent driving behaviors.

Factors such as speeding, distracted driving, and failure to yield are common contributors to accidents like the one that claimed the life of young Dominiq.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission reported that moped and scooter-related incidents have led to an estimated 50,000 emergency department visits and at least 27 fatalities over the past three years. Unfortunately, these numbers continue to rise.

Bond stressed that in situations like this, conducting a timely and independent investigation is essential to safeguard the rights of the victim’s family.

“Having adequate resources is critical when examining a scooter accident and establishing whether a motorist was negligent,” said Bond, Managing Partner of Bond Legal. “Various elements such as roadway conditions, visibility of signage, and lighting must be carefully reviewed. Accident reconstruction specialists and, in some cases, scooter manufacturing experts are often involved to determine exactly what happened and to protect the legal rights of grieving families.”


WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM

The family of Dominiq Puentes may be eligible to pursue a wrongful death claim. In such cases, surviving family members can seek compensation for loss of companionship, emotional distress, and the pain and suffering caused by a tragic incident.

“We understand the immense challenges families face after such a loss, and protecting their legal rights is essential,” said Candice Bond, Managing Partner at Bond Legal. “A wrongful death attorney will closely monitor the investigation and work to ensure that the family’s best interests are fully represented. Families may be entitled to recover damages for loss of companionship, emotional suffering, and other related hardships.”


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Accident Injury News' national legal analyst Candice Bond is experienced in fatal pedestrian accidents, and if you or a family member need help, she is available for a free consultation to guide you.

(Candice Bond, our national legal analyst, is a Managing Partner at Bond Legal. Accident Injury News can and does use quotes from prior interviews with our analysts for our news articles. If you would like to contact Bond Legal to help you, please call 866-986-7738 or use the submission box found on this page. Legal analysts quoted may or may not be licensed in your state).

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