A multi-vehicle collision occurred today on State Route 24 West near the Laurel Drive South on-ramp in Lafayette, California. The incident, reported at approximately 5:39 PM, involved three vehicles: a white pickup truck, a green Toyota Land Cruiser, and a black SUV. The collision was caused by the erratic maneuvering of the pickup truck, which resulted in a T-bone impact with the Land Cruiser.
Emergency services responded quickly to the scene, where the vehicles were found blocking multiple lanes. The Land Cruiser was unable to start and had its lights turned off, while the black SUV was positioned sideways across the second and third lanes. This situation led to significant traffic delays as lanes were blocked.
Tow trucks were called to remove the vehicles, and by approximately 6:29 PM, all lanes were reported to be open again. The status of any injuries remains unknown at this time, but the incident has been classified as involving minor injuries.
Drivers in the area are advised to remain cautious and be aware of potential residual traffic impacts as the situation clears. This incident highlights the importance of safe driving practices to prevent accidents on busy roadways.