Hit-and-Run Incident Disrupts Traffic on I-8

Hit-and-Run Incident on Interstate 8 West in San Diego, CA, Causes Traffic Disruption

📍 San Diego, CA

📅 Published: January 26, 2025 at 04:37 AM

Map showing the location of the accident in San Diego, CA
San Diego, January 26, 2025 -

A hit-and-run incident occurred early this morning on Interstate 8 West near the intersection with State Route 163 in San Diego, CA. At approximately 4:13 AM, a silver sedan was struck by a vehicle, believed to be a white Jeep Cherokee, causing the silver sedan to spin out into the middle lanes of the highway.

Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, where they found the silver sedan in a precarious position. The situation is classified as having unknown injuries. While the final disposition of the vehicles involved has not been disclosed, towing was requested for at least one vehicle.

Witnesses reported that the white Jeep Cherokee, involved in the incident, had its hazard lights activated and was seen nearby after the collision. Traffic in the area was impacted as emergency responders worked to clear the scene and ensure safety for all motorists.

A tow truck was dispatched to assist with the removal of the vehicles involved. Authorities are managing traffic flow to minimize disruptions on the busy highway.

Motorists are advised to exercise caution while traveling through this area as crews work to resolve the incident. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

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