Collision At HWY 49/12 Intersection Stops Traffic

CHP San Andreas Photo

Update at 4:30 p.m.: The CHP is now reporting moderate injuries in the crash that blocked the Highway 49 and 12 intersection for over an hour. The wreckage has been cleared and traffic is moving freely once again. Further details on the crash can be viewed below.

Update at 3:45 p.m.: The CHP is reporting major injuries in this crash that continues to block the intersection of Highway 49 and 12 outside of San Andreas in Calaveras County. Officers are directing traffic as the roadway is blocked.

Original post at 3:30 p.m.: San Andreas, CA — A two-vehicle collision at the Highway 49 and 12 intersection outside of San Andreas in Calaveras County is blocking the intersection and staling traffic.

The CHP reports that a sedan and an SUV collided. An ambulance has been called to the scene, but injuries are unknown at this time. Officers are directing traffic as the wreckage is blocking highway 12 at this time. We will have more details as soon as they come into the newsroom.