A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred early this morning on US Highway 101 South near Monterey in Gilroy, CA. The California Highway Patrol received reports of the incident at approximately 4:11 AM, with emergency services promptly dispatched to the scene.
The collision involved a white semi-truck with a box trailer and a vehicle that was pulled over on the right-hand side of the highway. The driver of the stopped vehicle confirmed at 4:15 AM that they were struck while parked. Emergency responders arrived at the scene at 4:34 AM and confirmed that no injuries were reported.
By 4:36 AM, it was noted that the stopped vehicle sustained major damage to its side, necessitating a tow. A tow truck was called to remove the damaged vehicle from the roadway. The status of the semi-truck remains unspecified, but it was not reported to have sustained any injuries or significant damage.
The California Highway Patrol reclassified the incident to a “Traffic Collision - No Injuries” by 4:45 AM, indicating that the situation was under control and that both drivers were unharmed.
Traffic on US Highway 101 South may have experienced brief delays during the emergency response, but the highway has since returned to normal conditions. Motorists are reminded to exercise caution when driving near stopped vehicles and to always be aware of their surroundings.
This incident highlights the importance of road safety and the need for drivers to remain vigilant, especially in areas where vehicles may be pulled over. The California Highway Patrol continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision.