A big rig traveling west on Interstate 80 crashed into the rear of a Caltrans sander

Placer County Accident
2 Hurt in Placer County Accident on I-80 near Soda Springs

Placer County, CA – Two people were injured in a collision involving a big rig in Placer County on Monday morning, according to a report by the California Highway Patrol.

The wreck took place on I-80 west of Soda Springs.

A big rig traveling west on Interstate 80 crashed into the rear of a Caltrans sander.

The cab of the big rig was separated from the truck following the collision.

CHP said both motorists had minor injuries.

The westbound side of I-80 was shut down as authorities investigated the accident.

The investigation is ongoing.

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