A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on State Route 38 in Mentone, CA. The incident was reported at approximately 6:02 AM, prompting an immediate response from emergency services. One of the vehicles involved was identified as a BMW, though its ownership status was unclear.
Initially, two occupants were present in the BMW. One individual remained inside the vehicle while the other was able to exit safely. By 6:16 AM, both individuals had exited their vehicles and were standing safely on the roadside, away from traffic.
Emergency responders arrived quickly to assess the situation and initiated recovery operations. A tow truck was requested around 6:08 AM to assist in clearing the vehicles from the roadway. As recovery efforts began, the left lanes of State Route 38 were closed, impacting traffic flow in the area.
Good Samaritans also contributed by flagging down a passerby who called 911 to report the collision. As of the latest updates, the status of any injuries remains unknown, and recovery operations were ongoing.
Motorists traveling along State Route 38 in Mentone, CA, are advised to remain cautious and expect potential delays as crews work to clear the scene and restore normal traffic conditions.