Crime & Safety

South Highway 79 Reopens Following Crash

The wreck was reported on the eastbound side of the highway near Anza Road.

According to the California Highway Patrol, all lanes were cleared by 1:50 p.m. Tuesday.
According to the California Highway Patrol, all lanes were cleared by 1:50 p.m. Tuesday. (Shutterstock)

TEMECULA, CA — South Highway 79 in Temecula was temporarily blocked in both directions Tuesday due to a crash.

The wreck was reported on the eastbound side of the highway just before 1:30 p.m. near Anza Road.

An update on possible injuries was pending.

Find out what's happening in Temeculawith free, real-time updates from Patch.

According to the California Highway Patrol, all lanes were cleared by 1:50 p.m.

Check back for updates.

Find out what's happening in Temeculawith free, real-time updates from Patch.


Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.

To request removal of your name from an arrest report, submit these required items to [email protected].