A motorcycle collided with a vehicle on Interstate 8 West near Spring East in La Mesa, CA, today at around 5:26 PM. The incident involved a blue Ford SUV and a Jeep Wrangler, which was rear-ended by an unknown vehicle. Fortunately, the driver of the blue Ford SUV reported no injuries and confirmed that their vehicle was drivable.
Emergency services responded quickly to the scene, where a rider was found down in the right lane. The collision resulted in the motorcycle being down in the middle lane, prompting a response from the Central Fire Department. The Jeep Wrangler was confirmed to be on the right shoulder, while the other vehicle involved was left in the lanes.
Traffic was significantly impacted, with the third and fourth lanes blocked for some time. By 6:01 PM, the California Highway Patrol updated the incident classification to a minor injury collision, although the extent of any injuries remains unknown. The scene was eventually cleared, allowing traffic to resume.
Motorists are advised to remain cautious in the area as residual delays may occur. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safe driving practices, especially in busy traffic conditions.