Clovis, CA (January 4, 2026) – A toddler was injured on Saturday afternoon after being struck by a vehicle in the parking lot of a Trader Joe’s near the intersection of Willow and Nees Avenues in Clovis. The crash occurred around 2:20 p.m., prompting a swift response from local law enforcement and emergency medical teams.
According to the Clovis Police Department, the child was run over by a vehicle while in the parking lot of the busy shopping area. The child’s mother was also struck during the incident, but did not sustain injuries. Officers arrived quickly and found the child alert and conscious at the scene.
Paramedics transported the toddler to a local hospital with what were described as moderate injuries. The child is expected to recover, though the full extent of injuries has not yet been detailed.
The driver involved in the crash remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities. After conducting an investigation, police arrested the driver on suspicion of felony DUI, noting that alcohol or drugs were believed to have been factors in the crash.
A portion of the parking lot was cordoned off while officers documented evidence and gathered witness statements. The investigation is ongoing, and additional details may be released in the coming days.
Our thoughts are with the injured child and their family, and we hope for a full and speedy recovery.
