Orinda, CA: 3-Car Accident on Highway 24 and Saint Stephens Drive
1 Hospitalized after Orinda Crash on Highway 24 and Saint Stephens Drive
Orinda, California (August 28, 2019) – One person was hospitalized after a multi-vehicle collision Wednesday morning in the area of Orinda, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The collision happened at around 10:09 a.m. Wednesday, on westbound Highway 24, just west of Saint Stephens Drive.
As per the CHP officials, three vehicles crashed for reasons still under investigation.
3-Car Accident on Highway 24 near Saint Stephens Drive
An ambulance was sent to the scene to attend to the crash victims. One person complained of neck of pain and was transported to Walnut Creek Medical Center for treatment. The number of patients and their current condition was not immediately released.
Tow trucks were requested to remove the vehicles from the crash site.
A SigAlert was issued closing lanes 1, 2 and 3 following the crash. The roadway was cleared as of 11:21 a.m.
No additional details concerning this crash were provided.
An investigation is underway.
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