Highway 68 shut down in Monterey after crash
Four people have been sent to an area hospital following a major collision that happened around 2 this afternoon.
Highway 68 between Highway 1 and 218 is blocked due to the major collision between a Mustang and Acura near Tarpey’s Roadhouse Restaurant. Lt. Mike Bruno with Monterey PD said, the Ford Mustang crossed into oncoming traffic and was struck by the Acura.
Major injuries are being reported for 4 people who were in the 2 vehicles. Both drivers were taken to Natividad Medical Center for their injuries.
Eastbound and Westbound Highway 68 between Olmstead Road and Canyon Del Rey Boulevard was closed for about three hours. Drugs and alcohol were not a factor in this crash.
The Monterey Police Department believes there may be additional witnesses to the collision. Anyone with information can call Detective Garcia at 831-646-3812.
