A serious three-vehicle crash in Antelope on Thursday afternoon resulted in two individuals being transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries, according to Sacramento County fire officials.
The incident occurred around 1:50 p.m. near the intersection of Antelope and Roseville roads in Sacramento County. Emergency responders from the Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District (Metro Fire) quickly arrived at the scene. Battalion Chief Parker Wilbourn, a spokesperson for Metro Fire, confirmed that two people sustained severe injuries and required urgent medical attention. These individuals were trapped inside their vehicle and had to be extricated by emergency personnel to ensure their safe removal.
The two injured occupants, whose identities and details of their injuries have not been disclosed, were rushed to a nearby hospital. Authorities have not yet provided specifics about the severity of the injuries, but it has been reported that their conditions are life-threatening.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation. Authorities are working to gather more information and piece together the events that led up to the collision. The crash caused significant disruptions to traffic in the area, as law enforcement and emergency services worked to clear the wreckage and provide aid to the victims.
While the exact details of how the accident unfolded are still unclear, the crash serves as a reminder of the dangers of driving, especially in busy and high-traffic areas like Antelope and Roseville roads. Metro Fire officials are urging drivers to exercise caution on the roads, particularly during times of heavy traffic or adverse weather conditions.
Authorities are expected to provide more information as the investigation progresses. Meanwhile, local residents and commuters are advised to avoid the area and take alternate routes to minimize further disruptions.
