One Pronounced Dead after Multi-Vehicle Collision near Interstate 5 SACRAMENTO, CA (September 24, 2024) –  One person died late Monday afternoon, in a multi-car accident on eastbound Interstate 80. Dispatchers received calls at approximately 4:25 p.m., just west of Interstate 5. Authorities say the driver of an eastbound pickup-truck rear-ended a Toyota Tacoma that was stopped ahead. The initial collision resulted in a chain-reaction crash that involved three other cars, causing a fire to break out. Responding emergency crews said the Tacoma driver sustained life-threatening injuries and eventually died at the scene. Meanwhile, paramedics transported the first pickup-truck driver and another patient to a hospital for treatment of minor to major injuries. At this time, police officers do not suspect alcohol or drugs to be a factor in the collision. Sacramento officials will provide more information regarding the fatal Interstate 80 five-vehicle crash as details emerge. Once available, further details will be provided about the fatal multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 80. The team at Sweet James extends their deepest condolences to the friends and family of the deceased victim as they mourn the loss of their loved one. Having strong legal support is crucial after losing someone in a car crash. Contact the personal injury and wrongful death attorneys at Sweet James today. Their team understands your situation and is here to help you seek justice and compensation. Call their office today at 1-844-363-7713 for a free and confidential case evaluation. They are available 24/7 via email, text, and online chat. For more accident news, click here. The original source can be found here.The post 1 Dies in Multi-Vehicle Crash on Interstate 80 [Sacramento, CA] appeared first on LA Weekly.