Preliminary reports indicate that a vehicle was slowing down or stopped for an object in the roadway when it was struck by another vehicle.

Redding, CA – Authorities are investigating a traffic collision that occurred on Highway 44 in Redding Wednesday afternoon.
According to a report by the California Higwhay Patrol, the wreck happened at about 2:08 p.m. on July 8, near Interstate 5.
Preliminary reports indicate that a vehicle was slowing down or stopped for an object in the roadway when it was struck by another vehicle.
CHP and emergency crews responded to the site of the accident helped the people involved.
There were reports of minor injuries in the accident. The number and identities of those injured were not specified.
Authorities have not specified whether impairment or speed played any role in the incident.
Traffic was impacted on Highway 44 Wednesday afternoon as authorities investigated and cleared the scene.
No additional details on the collision were immediately available. The California Highway Patrol is handling an ongoing investigation into the accident.
