Atwater, CA – January 17, 2025 – A traffic accident took place Thursday night at the intersection of Santa Fe Avenue and West Avenue 2, involving a gray Chevrolet Equinox and another, unidentified vehicle. Emergency services responded promptly after the incident was reported at 9:50 PM.
Upon arrival, authorities found the Chevrolet Equinox with extensive damage, rendering it inoperable. The other vehicle involved was blocking West Avenue 2, though its condition remains unclear. Initial reports indicated unknown injuries, but later updates confirmed that the collision resulted in minor injuries.
To clear the damaged vehicle, a tow truck was dispatched and arrived shortly after 10:00 PM. The Equinox, which had significant damage to its left side, was removed from the scene.
As emergency crews worked to manage the situation, traffic in the area was temporarily disrupted, with lane closures implemented to maintain safety. By approximately 10:59 PM, the scene was cleared, and the lanes were reopened to traffic.