A significant traffic collision involving seven vehicles, including two motorcycles, occurred today on State Route 78 East near Rancho Santa Fe in San Marcos, CA. The incident began around 3:04 PM when the two motorcycles collided while racing at high speeds, leading to a multi-vehicle accident.
Emergency services responded quickly to the scene, where it was reported that both motorcycles were involved in the initial crash, which then impacted five additional vehicles. The left two lanes of the highway were blocked, while the slow lane remained open for traffic.
As emergency personnel managed the situation, one motorcycle rider was seen standing by their vehicle, while a passenger from one of the motorcycles was found lying in front of a gray Audi SUV after being thrown off during the collision.
By 4:35 PM, all lanes were reopened to traffic after the involved vehicles were towed from the scene. While the incident was classified as a major injury collision, specific details regarding injuries remain unknown. Motorists are advised to exercise caution in the area as the aftermath of this significant traffic incident is addressed.
This event highlights the dangers of high-speed racing and reckless driving on public roads.