A single vehicle was involved in a traffic collision early this morning on the northbound lanes of U.S. Highway 101 near Camphora Gloria in Soledad, CA. The incident occurred around 1:02 AM when the vehicle veered off the roadway and ended up in a ditch. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.
Emergency services responded quickly to the scene, where the vehicle was located approximately 100 feet off the roadway, surrounded by vegetation. A tow truck was called to recover the vehicle, which required special equipment to access due to its position. The situation was managed efficiently, and the vehicle was successfully towed by 4:51 AM.
The California Highway Patrol noted that the driver appeared to be under the influence at the time of the incident. However, no further details regarding the driver or the circumstances leading to the collision were provided.
Motorists traveling on U.S. Highway 101 in Soledad can be assured that the roadway has been cleared and is safe for travel. The CHP encourages all drivers to remain vigilant and drive responsibly to prevent similar incidents in the future.