The two right lanes of the eastbound SR-54 near the SR-125 intersection in Bonita have been closed for hours following a deadly car crash.

Video from the scene of the crash shows a tow truck and two other vehicles in flames emitting heavy smoke. The crash was reported just before 3:30 p.m. Saturday.

EB SR-54 at SR-125, two right lanes blocked due to a traffic collision.

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At least one death has been reported by CHP and the Medical Examiner has been called out to the scene.