PLACER COUNTY – A California Highway Patrol vehicle was involved in a crash along Interstate 80 early Tuesday afternoon.

The crash happened just after noon near the Horseshoe Bar Road offramp on the eastbound side.

Exactly what led up to the crash is unclear, but CHP confirmed that a patrol vehicle from its Auburn-area division was involved.

An SUV was also involved. 

CHP said the officer was transported from the scene to the hospital as a precaution and is expected to be OK.

Due to the crash investigation, both the #2 and #3 lanes are closed. Caltrans hasn't given an estimated time of clearing yet.