A high-speed traffic collision occurred today on Interstate 5 South near Mission Bay in San Diego, CA, involving two vehicles: a gray Toyota sedan and a black Ford coupe. The incident took place around 3:58 PM when the Toyota rear-ended the Ford, causing the Toyota to leave the roadway. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries from the collision.
Emergency services responded quickly to the scene, arriving shortly after the incident was reported. Although the occupants of both vehicles were seen yelling, they declined further assistance from emergency responders and chose to handle the situation through their insurance.
The gray Toyota sedan sustained significant damage and was towed from the scene. A tow truck was dispatched to assist with the removal of the vehicle, which was located on the right-hand shoulder of the highway. The black Ford coupe remained on the roadway but did not sustain severe damage.
Traffic was temporarily affected as emergency personnel worked to clear the scene, but the situation was resolved swiftly, and the roadway was reopened shortly after the incident was cleared. The California Highway Patrol initially classified the incident as requiring an ambulance, but it was later confirmed that there were no injuries.
This incident highlights the importance of maintaining safe driving practices on the highway to prevent collisions. Motorists are reminded to stay alert and drive responsibly to ensure the safety of all road users.
As the investigation continues, authorities encourage anyone who may have witnessed the incident to come forward with information. Drivers are urged to remain cautious and aware of their surroundings, especially in busy areas like Interstate 5.