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[04-30-2024] Sacramento County, CA – Possible Minor Injuries Reported Following Two-Vehicle Collision on I-80 in North Highlands

Published May 10, 2024

[04-30-2024] Possible Minor Injuries Reported Following Two-Vehicle Collision on I-80 in North HighlandsPossible minor injuries were reported following a two-vehicle collision in North Highlands, Sacramento County, on Tuesday afternoon, April 30, 2024. 

According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash happened around 12:43 p.m. on eastbound I-80 near the offramp for Watt Avenue. 

Authorities stated that at least two vehicles were involved in the collision, and a possible minor injury was reported. The number of people involved, as well as the extent of possible injuries, remain unknown. 

Deputies are still determining the circumstances surrounding the crash. It is unclear if drugs or alcohol played a role. 

Further information regarding the incident has yet to be released by the responding officials. No additional details were provided as of now. 

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