San Marcos, CA (January 4, 2026) – Emergency crews responded after a two-vehicle crash with injuries occurred along State Route 78 near the San Marcos Blvd off-ramp. The collision prompted a rapid response from CHP units and medical personnel, with at least one person transported to a nearby hospital.
Medics and fire crews worked to assist those suffering from injuries after the collision, which was reported just before 11:35 p.m. in the westbound lanes of SR-78. According to dispatch information from the California Highway Patrol, two vehicles were involved in the crash, and one of the occupants sustained injuries to the face. Another individual reported pain in their left hip and was taken to Palomar Medical Center by paramedics.
One of the vehicles, identified as a Toyota sedan, sustained moderate damage and required a tow from the scene. Authorities coordinated a rotation tow service while ensuring safe clearance of the area. The crash occurred near a guardrail and attenuator, prompting an assessment of whether roadside safety equipment was damaged.
CHP units arrived at the scene within minutes, and an investigation into the cause of the accident is ongoing. No further details on the involved drivers or contributing factors have been made available. Emergency responders from San Marcos worked efficiently to stabilize the victims and manage the flow of traffic during the cleanup efforts.
Our thoughts are with everyone affected by this incident, and we wish those injured a smooth and full recovery.
