A vehicle accident has completely shut down Highway 49 to all traffic just south of Fourth Crossing, near San Antonio Creek about halfway between San Andreas and Angels Camp. The wreck was first reported at 10:40 a.m.

CHP dispatchers are saying the roadway may be closed until noon or so, at the accident scene. A single vehicle is upside down in the middle of the roadway and the Calaveras County Coroner has been contacted, indicating this wreck has resulted in a fatality.

Expect delays on Highway 49 and Highway 4, in the area of San Andreas and Angels Camp this morning.