Several cars were involved in a crash on Interstate 8 near Hotel Circle Friday morning, bringing traffic to a temporary halt during the busy morning commute.
The accident happened around 8:45 a.m. at I-8 and Taylor Street and involved four vehicles, California Highway Patrol officials said. A SigAlert was issued for about an hour.
Witnesses said some of the cars were completely destroyed. At least one vehicle - an SUV -- rolled over on its side, ending up badly damaged and pushed up against a railing. Two people were trapped inside.
By 9:45 a.m., CHP officials said the accident had been cleared, with passengers sustaining some minor injuries. The cause of the crash is under investigation.
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