October 12, 2025: Two Killed in Madera Crash Involving Unlicensed Teen Driver

Madera, CA – October 13, 2025

A tragic crash in Madera claimed the lives of two individuals and led to the arrest of an unlicensed teenage driver. The incident occurred around 10:30 p.m. on October 12 at the intersection of Avenue 12 and Road 26. According to the Madera Police Department, the teen driver, operating a vehicle without headlights, ran a stop sign and collided with another car, resulting in the fatal injuries.

The victims, identified as Carlos Gutierrez, 24, and Maria Vasquez, 27, were pronounced dead at the scene. The teenage driver, whose identity has not been released due to their age, was arrested on suspicion of vehicular manslaughter and driving without a license. Authorities are also investigating whether alcohol or drugs played a role in the crash.

The Madera Police Department is urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward as the investigation continues.