By Crash News Writer 
Manteca, CA (October 15, 2024) — At least one person was killed, and several others were critically injured in a major multi-vehicle collision on Tuesday afternoon, according to officials. The crash took place on eastbound Highway 120 near Main Street shortly before 1 p.m., the Manteca Fire Department reported.
Five vehicles were involved in the accident, though authorities have not yet determined the exact cause. Emergency responders were on the scene to provide aid, and the investigation is ongoing to establish the details surrounding the incident.
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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE
- The information in this article is based on initial reports from local authorities and may be subject to updates as investigations continue.
- The identities of those involved in the incident have not been released pending official confirmation and notification of next of kin.
- Further details about the accident, including toxicology results and potential charges, will be shared as they become available.
- Road closures and traffic updates related to the accident scene can be found by checking with local authorities or traffic monitoring services.
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