Two-vehicle collision reported on SR-78 WB in San Marcos

Publish Date: 2022/02/22

SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CA — A two-vehicle crash was reported Tuesday afternoon on California Highway 78 near Creekside Market Place in central San Marcos, according to California Highway Patrol.

The accident occurred on the westbound highway just east of West San Marcos Boulevard. It was first reported by CHP at 2:06 p.m.

Little information has been provided at this time, but authorities said a black BMW and a blue Honda were involved. Both vehicles came to rest in the roadway, blocking the far right lane.

The CHP traffic incident log indicates both parties declined medical treatment or transport to a hospital.

Both vehicles were rendered inoperable after the crash and required towage from the scene, suggesting total damages.

By 2:24 p.m., the right lane remained blocked as crews responded to the site.

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