Three-Vehicle Collision Causes Traffic Delays in Sacramento

Traffic Collision Involving Three Vehicles on Interstate 5 South in Sacramento, CA

📍 Sacramento, CA

📅 Published: December 24, 2024 at 03:05 PM

🔄 Updated: December 25, 2024 at 06:30 AM

Map showing the location of the accident in Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, December 24, 2024 -

A traffic collision involving three vehicles occurred today on Interstate 5 South near the US 50 interchange in Sacramento, CA. The incident took place around 2:18 PM and involved a blue semi-truck, a white truck, and a silver Buick LeSabre. The driver of the semi-truck reported no injuries, while another driver involved in the collision drove herself to the hospital for observation, resulting in the classification of the incident as having unknown injuries.

Emergency services responded quickly to the scene, confirming that all vehicles were drivable. The situation escalated when the driver of the semi-truck refused to exchange information with the other parties involved. By 4:19 PM, it was reported that the driver who sought medical attention was at UC Davis Medical Center.

Traffic in the area experienced some delays due to the incident, but no major lane closures were reported. Initially classified as a hit-and-run, the incident was later updated to a minor injury traffic collision. Authorities are monitoring the situation, and drivers are advised to exercise caution when traveling through the area.

This incident highlights the importance of safe driving practices and the necessity for drivers to exchange information following a collision.

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