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EL CAJON, San Diego County, Calif., Oct. 29, 2026 — Two vehicles collided on Wednesday morning, October 28, on the westbound State Route 52 off-ramp at Cuyamaca Street, according to the California Highway Patrol. At least one person was reported hurt.
The crash involved a white Toyota Camry and a dark colored vehicle, and left a blue vehicle with heavy front end damage blocking the off-ramp. The CHP log described the vehicle as facing sideways after the impact. The driver of the Camry reportedly suffered a possible broken hand.
Officers requested tow trucks for both vehicles, and all people involved were reported out of their cars and accounted for at the scene. California Highway Patrol Freeway Service Patrol units responded and later closed out their portion of the incident. A traffic hazard was also noted nearby on the ramp during the response.
The collision remains under review. We wish the injured a complete recovery.
Local Crash Information for El Cajon, CA
The crash was reported on State Route 52 in El Cajon. For more crash news from the area, see our San Diego County accident reports.
Frequently Asked Questions
What injuries are commonly reported in car accidents like this one?
Collisions involving sudden impact frequently cause hand, wrist, and arm injuries from bracing on the wheel, along with neck and back strain. Severity varies widely depending on speed and point of impact.
What usually causes crashes on freeway off-ramps?
Off-ramp collisions are frequently linked to sudden speed changes, merging conflicts, or a driver failing to notice slowing traffic ahead in time to stop.
How does speed affect the severity of a crash?
Higher speeds increase both the force of impact and the distance needed to stop, which raises the likelihood of serious injury even in otherwise similar collisions.
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