San Francisco, CA – A two-car collision on the I-280 Freeway near Alemany Boulevard left at least one person injured on Wednesday evening, January 7, 2026, marking another unfortunate traffic incident in San Francisco. The accident occurred at approximately 6:51 p.m., according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), who responded to the scene shortly thereafter.

Officers discovered two vehicles involved in the crash, though the specific details of the accident remain unclear. Emergency medical teams quickly arrived and transported the injured individual to San Francisco General Hospital for treatment. At the time of reporting, the extent of the person’s injuries has not been disclosed, and further updates are expected as the investigation continues.

The cause of the accident is still under investigation, and CHP officials are working to piece together the events leading up to the collision. Authorities are also asking witnesses or anyone with additional information to come forward.

San Francisco’s traffic safety remains a pressing concern despite ongoing efforts under the Vision Zero initiative, launched in 2014 to eliminate traffic-related fatalities by 2024. However, the city recorded a troubling uptick in fatal collisions during 2024, with fatalities peaking at over 40—a stark reminder of the dangers posed by traffic, especially to pedestrians. While there was a notable improvement in 2025 with a near 50% reduction in fatalities, issues like hit-and-runs and pedestrian safety, particularly among vulnerable groups like older adults, continue to challenge city leaders.