Rocklin Man, 79, Killed In Crash On I-80 In Sacramento
SACRAMENTO (CBS13) — Officers are investigating a deadly crash along Interstate 80 in the Natomas area early Tuesday afternoon.
We are currently investigating a major traffic collision at this location. No ETO at this time. Consider an alternate route and please drive safe. https://t.co/neYE7Yjk5V
— CHP North Sac (@CHPNSac) June 21, 2022
The scene of the crash is along the eastbound side of the freeway, near W. El Camino Avenue.
California Highway Patrol says, around 1 p.m., at least five vehicles were involved in a crash. Exactly what led up to the crash is unclear, but officers say one man - a 79-year-old Rocklin resident - was pronounced dead at the scene.
Only the slow and fast lanes are open at this time, with the middle three lanes being blocked. No estimated time of reopening has been given yet.
Drivers are being urged to use an alternate route.