1 Killed in Fiery Crash on 8 Freeway near Second Street in El Cajon

1 Killed in El Cajon Car Accident on 8 Freeway at Second Street

El Cajon, California (December 18, 2022) – One person died in a fiery two-vehicle collision early Sunday morning in El Cajon.

The fatal crash happened on Kumeyaay (8) Highway at Second Street off-ramp at around 4:30 a.m., according to the California Highway Patrol.

Two vehicles were involved in the collision. One of the cars reportedly caught fire after the collision.

Officials say one person was killed in the accident.

The identity of the deceased person was not immediately disclosed.

An investigation into the accident is underway.