COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ)— A driver who was ejected from his vehicle suffered moderate injuries today in a three-vehicle crash on State Route 86 in Coachella.
The crash was first reported around 7:36 a.m. One of the vehicles involved, a blue Chevy Silverado, sustained major damage, and traffic quickly backed up as emergency crews arrived on scene.
Police said the male driver of the Chevy was ejected as he was not wearing his seatbelt.
A temporary lane closure was lifted about an hour later. The incident led to traffic backup extending to Dillon Road.
It was unclear whether the other motorists were injured.
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