Two hospitalized after three-vehicle crash in San Jacinto

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SAN JACINTO — Two people were hospitalized following a three-vehicle collision that knocked down a traffic signal pole at Commonwealth Avenue and Hewitt Street on Saturday evening, Nov. 7.

CAL FIRE firefighters were dispatched to the crash at approximately 6:21 p.m. and arrived to find three vehicles involved, with the roadway blocked.

Two vehicles sustained major damage, including one that struck and knocked down a traffic signal pole. The third vehicle pulled onto the right shoulder of Commonwealth Avenue.

Three American Medical Response ambulances were requested. Two patients were transported to a local hospital for further evaluation and treatment. A third patient declined ambulance transportation.

The cause of the collision remains under investigation.

Julie Reeder
Julie Reeder