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OTAY MESA, San Diego County, Calif., Nov. 3, 2026 — One person was hurt on Tuesday afternoon, November 3, in a multi-vehicle crash on State Route 905 east of Caliente Avenue in Otay Mesa, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The crash was reported shortly before 3 p.m. on the eastbound side of SR-905, where a semi-truck and a car were involved in a rear-end collision. Dispatch logs indicate the semi's rear wheels were damaged and the vehicles came to a stop on the right shoulder. One person suffered injuries described as being to the shoulder and neck, and an ambulance was requested to the scene. At least the number 3 lane was blocked as crews worked the scene.
A separate report came in of a vehicle facing the wrong way on the westbound side near Britannia Boulevard, involving a van and a big rig, though it was not immediately clear whether that incident was connected to the eastbound crash. A tow truck was called to help clear wreckage, and a metro command center was activated to help coordinate the response.
No further details on the extent of injuries or the cause of the collision have been released. The California Highway Patrol has not said whether speed, distraction, or another factor contributed to the crash, and the incident remains under investigation.
We wish the injured a complete and speedy recovery.
Intersection Crashes in California
This multi-vehicle crash happened at State Route 905 and Caliente Avenue in Otay Mesa, CA. Our California intersections page covers intersection crashes across California.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do chain-reaction, multi-vehicle crashes happen?
They typically start when one vehicle slows or stops suddenly, usually because of congestion or an earlier hazard, and following vehicles don't have enough space or time to react before striking it.
How can drivers avoid getting caught in a pile-up?
Leaving extra following distance, slowing down early when traffic ahead is braking, and staying alert for brake lights or hazard flashers can help drivers react before a chain-reaction crash develops.
What should I do if I'm stopped near a crash on the highway?
Move to the shoulder if possible, turn on hazard lights, and stay inside the vehicle with a seatbelt on unless it's unsafe to remain there, since standing near moving traffic raises the risk of being struck.
How does fog or low visibility contribute to pile-ups?
Reduced visibility shortens the distance drivers have to see and react to slowing traffic ahead, which can turn a single stopped vehicle into a multi-vehicle collision within seconds.
