CHP responds to multi-vehicle collision on SR-163 in Hillcrest

Publish Date: 2023/07/13

SAN DIEGO, CA — A crash involving up to five vehicles was reported Thursday afternoon on State Route 163 in San Diego’s Hillcrest area, according to the California Highway Patrol.

Authorities said the multi-vehicle accident occurred in the far left lane of southbound SR-163, south of Interstate 8. Dispatchers first received the call at about 3:37 p.m.

While the circumstances of the wreck have not been disclosed, the live CHP Traffic Incident Information Page indicates no reported injuries.

The involved vehicles were initially blocking the fast lane, but were moved to the right shoulder shortly after.

Tow services were requested for a Honda Accord and a Dodge Charger, which sustained major front-end damage.

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