A traffic collision involving a pickup truck towing heavy equipment slowed traffic along East Mission Road near Hamilton Lane in San Diego County on Friday evening, October 24, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash was reported at 7:11 p.m. Units responding to the scene found a Ram 3500 pickup truck with its front axle damaged and a trailer attached. A heavy-duty tow truck and gooseneck trailer were requested for recovery.
Adams Tow and NK Tow were contacted to handle the recovery operation. CHP later notified crews that the estimated arrival time for the heavy tow would be 120 minutes.
No injuries were immediately reported, and the cause of the collision remains unknown.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.