Santa Ana, CA (September 26, 2024) – A significant traffic collision occurred on Thursday evening at approximately 7:00 PM on the southbound SR-57 freeway at the SR-91 interchange. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reported that at least five vehicles were involved in the incident, leading to multiple lane blockages and a substantial emergency response.
Emergency responders arrived promptly at the scene, where they found a chaotic situation involving a gray BMW, a black Jeep, and a Lexus SUV, among other vehicles. The collision resulted in the blockage of the right two lanes, as well as the high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane, causing significant traffic delays in the area.
As the situation unfolded, reports indicated that one of the drivers, described as shirtless and appearing incoherent, was walking near the vehicles involved. This raised concerns about potential impairment, prompting further investigation by the authorities.
By 7:51 PM, the CHP issued a SIGALERT, indicating that the right lanes would remain blocked for at least one hour as crews worked to clear the scene and assess any injuries. Emergency medical services transported at least one individual to a local hospital for further evaluation.
Our thoughts are with all individuals affected by this incident, and we hope for a swift recovery for those injured.
Traffic Collisions in California
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