Multi-vehicle crash blocks lane on SR-163 SB in Mission Valley

Publish Date: 2023/05/17

SAN DIEGO, CA — Authorities responded to a multi-vehicle wreck Wednesday afternoon, on State Route 163 in San Diego’s Mission Valley area, according to the California Highway Patrol.

The accident was reported on the southbound lanes of SR-163 before Exit 3 to Interstate 8. Dispatchers first received the call at around 3:48 p.m.

Little information has been provided, but the CHP said three vehicles, including a white Lexus sedan, a black SUV, and a green pickup truck, were involved. At least one travel lane was blocked in the immediate aftermath.

Tow services were required for the Lexus, which was reportedly leaking fluid.

It was unclear whether anyone was seriously hurt, but the CHP Traffic Incident page indicates an ambulance was requested at the scene.

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