Benjamin Garcia Hospitalized, Jagjeet Singh Involved in Big Rig Crash on 5 Freeway near County Road 33
WILLOWS, CA (December 23, 2024) — Benjamin Garcia suffered an injury in a big rig accident on the 5 Freeway near County Road 33.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the two-vehicle crash unfolded around 12:26 a.m. Thursday. For an unknown reason, Benjamin Garcia, from Willows, allowed his northbound vehicle to cross into the center lane. Subsequently, his car plowed head-on with a southbound Freightliner big rig, driven by Jagjeet Singh.
As a result, debris and oil spilled across the freeway resulting in a southbound lane closure. After crews removed the vehicles and cleaned the scene, traffic resumed to normal.
Authorities did not specify the leading cause of the accident that left Garcia with minor injuries. However, CHP officers are investigating this case further.
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