According to the California Highway Patrol, the pileup was reported around 3:42 a.m. on eastbound Interstate 80 near Chiles Road.
Davis, CA – At least one person was hospitalized after a seven-vehicle collision that happened early Sunday morning in Davis.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the pileup was reported around 3:42 a.m. on eastbound Interstate 80 near Chiles Road.
Authorities said two vehicles were initially involved in a collision, blocking traffic lanes. The cars were blacked out when they were hit by multiple other vehicles. Seven vehicles in total were involved in the pileup.
At least one person was trapped inside their car and appeared to be passed out.
Davis firefighters responded to the scene and transported at least one person to the hospital with major injuries.
Interstate 80 at Chiles Road was closed due to the accident. Motorists were advised to use alternative routes. Several drivers were making U-turns and going the wrong way on the Chiles Road on-ramp to exit the freeway.
Five of the vehicles were towed away from the scene.
CHP is investigating the cause of the accident.