1 left trapped after pickup truck hits semi on SR-76 in Fallbrook

Publish Date: 2023/08/25

SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CA — Medics were dispatched to a crash involving entrapment Friday afternoon on State Route 76 in southeast Fallbrook, according to the California Highway Patrol.

Officials said the wreck occurred on a span of SR-76 at Horse Ranch Creek Road and was first reported at around 1:09 p.m.

Preliminary details indicate a white Ford F-150 pickup truck collided with a semi-truck, leaving at least one travel lane blocked.

The CHP Traffic Incident Information Page indicates a Nissan Altima was also blocking part of the lane, though it is unclear whether the car was impacted.

One occupant was reported trapped in one of the involved vehicles, but appeared to be conscious.

At least one ambulance and tow services were requested at the scene.

No further information has been confirmed at this time.

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