3 motorcyclists died, 5 injured, and 2 lanes closed in a multi-vehicle crash involving a disabled Jeep and a van on the 5 Freeway near Camp Pendleton, California.

3 motorcyclists were killed and 5 injured in a multi-vehicle crash on the 5 Freeway near Camp Pendleton, California, leading to the closure of all southbound lanes. The incident occurred around 3 a.m. when a Jeep veered off the freeway, struck a guardrail, and became disabled. A Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van then struck the Jeep, causing it to become disabled as well. Four motorcyclists collided with the Jeep and van, resulting in fires. The California Highway Patrol is investigating the crash and cleanup operation, with two southbound lanes expected to reopen around 9:30 a.m. No military personnel were among the victims.