A multi-vehicle collision occurred today on the westbound lanes of U.S. Highway 50, near the U.S. Highway 50 and State Route 51 North interchange in Sacramento, CA. The incident involved four vehicles: a black Lexus SUV, a white Tesla, a red Jeep, and a white sedan. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene following the accident, which took place shortly after noon.
While the collision resulted in unknown injuries, specific details regarding the injuries were not confirmed. Fortunately, all vehicles involved were determined to be drivable and were removed from the scene without significant delay. Traffic was temporarily impacted as emergency responders worked to clear the area, but the situation was resolved within a couple of hours.
The collision was reported at approximately 12:59 PM, and emergency personnel arrived shortly thereafter. Initial reports indicated that the vehicles were blocking the express lanes, prompting a diversion of traffic to local lanes. A tow truck was called to assist with the removal of the vehicles, and by 2:00 PM, the lanes were cleared, allowing traffic to resume normal flow.
Motorists are reminded to exercise caution when traveling in the area, especially during peak hours. The California Highway Patrol encourages drivers to stay alert and adhere to traffic regulations to prevent similar incidents in the future.