Jennifer Ellis, 45, killed and speeding driver Wallowa Bates arrested following collision on Minnewawa near Clovis, California

Modified Date: 
Wed, 05/31/2023 - 8:30am
Accident Date: 
Monday, May 29, 2023

Driver arrested in crash that left woman dead, 2 children injured near Clovis

Officers do not believe Bates was under the influence of drugs or alcohol, but she was arrested for felony vehicular manslaughter.

Type: Car Accident
People Involved: 
Jennifer Ellis
Wallowa Bates
Roadway: 
Minnewawa
City: 
Clovis, CA