Crime & Safety
Two Injured In Murrieta Crash
The crash was reported shortly before 3:45 p.m. on Madison Ave at the Lowe's shopping center entrance, according to California Highway Patrol.
A crash today injured two motorists at the entrance to a Lowe's shopping center in Murrieta, the CHP reported.
The crash was reported on Madison Avenue shortly before 3:45 p.m.
Witnesses on scene said that a white Hyundai Elantra did not stop for a red light and plowed into the back of a Toyota 4runner.
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“We were stopped at the light,” said William Schneider, 66, of Murrieta.
“I heard a big crash and saw the 4Runner lunge forward as it was hit from behind.”
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The women drivers of both vehicles were taken to a local hospital with minor injuries, according to Murrieta Fire Captain Todd Bradstreet.
“While investigating the traffic collision, alcohol or drugs don’t seem to be a factor,” said Murrieta Police Officer Derek Gerber.
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