A traffic collision involving three vehicles occurred today on the southbound lanes of U.S. Highway 101 at the northbound State Route 23 interchange in Thousand Oaks, CA. The incident was reported around 5:42 PM and was initially classified as a hit-and-run. However, it was later confirmed as a traffic collision with no injuries reported.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, where a red vehicle was involved along with two other vehicles. Multiple tow trucks were dispatched to assist in clearing the roadway. By 5:45 PM, the second lane of northbound State Route 23 was closed to facilitate the towing of the vehicles, and the southbound on-ramp to State Route 23 was also affected.
By 5:49 PM, the vehicles were moved to a safe location, allowing for the gradual reopening of the lanes. The California Highway Patrol officially reclassified the incident as a traffic collision with no injuries by 6:11 PM.
Motorists traveling through this area should remain cautious as residual traffic delays may persist while the situation is fully resolved. The California Highway Patrol encourages drivers to stay alert and follow posted detour signs.
This incident highlights the importance of road safety and the need for all drivers to remain vigilant while on the road.