Sacramento, California – A tragic chain-reaction accident involving at least five vehicles has resulted in one fatality and two others being hospitalized. The incident occurred on eastbound I-80, just before the intersection with I-5.
According to the Sacramento Fire Department, the impact was so severe that three vehicles caught fire, complicating rescue efforts.
Two people sustained serious injuries and were rushed to a nearby hospital.
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) indicated that the accident was caused by a distracted driver in a pickup truck traveling east on I-80. The driver failed to notice that traffic was at a standstill and violently collided with the rear of a Toyota Tacoma, triggering a series of crashes involving three additional vehicles.
Tragically, the driver of the Toyota Tacoma died at the scene. Although authorities have not yet released the victim’s identity, it has been confirmed that alcohol is not suspected to have been a factor in the accident.
Additionally, a second person suffered critical injuries, while the driver of the pickup truck responsible for the initial collision sustained only minor injuries.
This tragic chain-reaction accident on I-80 has not only left a trail of grief for the families affected but also underscores the need for greater road safety awareness among drivers.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the affected families.
