SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — A crash involving a motorcycle temporarily shut down multiple lanes on westbound Interstate 8 near the College Area on Saturday morning, causing traffic delays.
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According to a Sig Alert from California Highway Patrol, the collision happened shortly before 9:35 a.m. just east of Waring Road.
Early reports indicate a motorcycle rider was down in the fast lane following a crash involving multiple vehicles, though the exact number has not been confirmed at this time.
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CHP noted that multiple vehicles were stopped in traffic lanes, with people getting of of their cars and surrounding the rider in the roadway. A second motorcyclist was also reported to be stopped in the area.
Emergency crews responded to the scene. The extent of the rider’s injuries are not yet known.
Caltrans reported at 9:52 a.m. that three lanes were blocked due to the crash. In an update at 10:21 a.m., CHP reported that all lanes have since reopened.
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