A traffic collision occurred today on Interstate 5 South near South Yreka, California, involving two vehicles: a black Subaru Forester and a silver Wagoneer. The incident began around 7:58 AM when the silver Wagoneer started tailgating the Subaru. Shortly after, the situation escalated as the Wagoneer swerved into the Subaru while it was passing in the left lane, resulting in a collision with the right rear of the victim's vehicle.
Fortunately, no injuries were reported in this incident. Following the collision, the driver of the silver Wagoneer fled the scene, prompting the victim to follow the suspect vehicle for a brief period. Emergency services responded to the scene, and the California Highway Patrol classified the incident as a traffic collision with no injuries.
Traffic in the area experienced some disruption due to the incident, although specific lane closures were not reported. Motorists traveling on Interstate 5 South near South Yreka are advised to remain cautious as the aftermath of the collision may still affect traffic flow. Authorities urge drivers to maintain safe distances and stay aware of their surroundings to prevent similar incidents in the future.