SUV Impaled Under Semi-Truck in Sacramento County Intersection Collision

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Sacramento County, California - In the early hours of Wednesday, emergency responders from the California Highway Patrol (CHP) and the Sacramento Metro Fire Department (SMFD) swiftly reacted to distress calls reporting a vehicle collision involving a semi-truck and an SUV. The incident occurred shortly after 2:30 a.m. at the intersection of Watt Avenue and Butano Drive, situated in the Arden Arcade area of Sacramento County.

Upon arrival at the scene, responding units were met with a harrowing sight: an SUV had become impaled underneath the trailer of a semi-truck. The driver of the SUV was swiftly transported to a nearby hospital via a paramedic ambulance, although the exact condition of the individual remains unknown at this time.

According to preliminary information provided by the California Highway Patrol, the collision transpired as the semi-truck was executing a left-hand turn from Butano Drive onto Watt Avenue. It was during this maneuver that the SUV collided with the semi-truck, resulting in the SUV becoming wedged beneath the trailer.

While the exact circumstances leading up to the accident are still under investigation, the CHP has indicated that speed may have played a role in the incident. It should be noted that these details are subject to change as the investigation progresses.

Authorities have commenced a thorough investigation into the collision, seeking to determine the factors that contributed to this unfortunate event. As more information becomes available, updates will be provided to the public.

CHP and SMFD officials are urging any witnesses or individuals with relevant information regarding the incident to come forward and assist in the ongoing investigation. Their cooperation could prove valuable in piecing together a comprehensive understanding of the events that unfolded.

Further updates regarding this incident will be communicated as new information emerges.

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