Major Collision on State Route 15, El Cajon Boulevard, San Diego

SAN DIEGO, Calif., (July 1, 2026) — A major injury collision involving a white work truck and two SUVs occurred Wednesday afternoon on State Route 5 South near El Cajon Boulevard in San Diego.

The incident unfolded at approximately 4:45 p.m. on July 1, 2026, according to the California Highway Patrol. Responding units arrived swiftly at the scene where a black SUV, a blue SUV, and a white work truck collided in the slow lane.

Airbags were reportedly deployed in the middle vehicle, indicating the severity of the impact. Emergency services, including the Fire Command Center, were notified, and the roadway was cleared by 5:21 p.m. after initial blockage in lane #4.

The names and ages of those injured have not yet been released. Authorities indicated that some individuals suffered major injuries, necessitating immediate medical attention.

The San Diego Police Department is actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash. They urge anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has additional information to come forward as they work to determine the sequence of events leading up to the collision.

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