1 Killed in Multi-Vehicle Collision on 5 Freeway near SR 94 in San Diego
San Diego, California (October 23, 2023) – At least one person died in a multi-vehicle collision that happened on Sunday evening in San Diego.
The fatal collision was reported at around 8:30 p.m. on the northbound I-5 Freeway near State Route 94, according to the California Highway Patrol.
A vehicle was reportedly stalled on the freeway with its hazard lights on when someone exited it and was hit by a car. Authorities say multiple other vehicles were involved in the accident.
Medics arrived on the scene and began attempting CPR on the pedestrian, who succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
More details about the accident were not released.
An investigation into the accident is underway.
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