Car Crashed into Creek in Elk Grove
A terrifying traffic collision happened in the area of Elk Grove Florin Road and Valley Oak Lane yesterday.
What Happened?
A creek rescue took place on Wednesday, April 13, 2016, after a two-car collision, with one car flipping down an embankment into the water Elk Grove/Laguna Creek.
Was Anyone Injured?
The drivers of both cars had to be taken to local emergency rooms. Cosumnes Fire Department personnel had the task of trying to free one of the drivers out of a car that had rolled over. The nature and extent of the drivers’ injuries are unclear.
Was Traffic Affected?
The area of the accident was closed for approximately one hour as rescue crews worked at clearing the scene. Traffic was able to move freely through Elk Grove Florin Road by the 5 o’clock commute hour.
What Caused the Elk Grove Creek Car Crash?
At this point in the investigation, it is too early to tell. There was no word of alcohol or drugs playing a role in the crash. We don’t know yet if speed was a factor or if distracted driving could have contributed to the collision. Elk Grove Police indicated that no other information about the crash has been released.
An investigation is underway. It usually takes about 10 business days for a traffic collision report in Elk Grove to become available.
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