A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on the westbound lanes of Interstate 8 near the Jackson Drive off-ramp in La Mesa, CA. The incident was reported at approximately 1:11 PM and involved a white Volkswagen and a light-colored Lexus sedan. Emergency services responded quickly to the scene, where the white Volkswagen was found to be undriveable and was subsequently towed away.
The collision took place on the off-ramp, with the white Volkswagen striking the Lexus sedan. While the status of the Lexus remains unspecified, emergency personnel were on-site to manage the situation. A gray Honda that stopped to assist was confirmed not to be involved in the incident.
As a result of the collision, traffic was impacted in the area, leading to lane closures and redirection to ensure safety. By 1:49 PM, the California Highway Patrol updated the incident status to indicate unknown injuries, although specific details regarding injuries have not been disclosed.
Motorists traveling through La Mesa are advised to remain cautious and expect potential delays as cleanup efforts continue. The California Highway Patrol is working to ensure the safe flow of traffic and to clear the area as quickly as possible.
For further updates on traffic conditions, drivers are encouraged to check local traffic reports.