A single vehicle was found burned down an embankment on Patterson Pass, approximately four miles west of Midway Road in Tracy, CA, late last night. Emergency services were dispatched shortly after the incident was reported at 11:25 PM. The first responders arrived on the scene by 11:52 PM and confirmed that the vehicle was a total loss due to extensive fire damage.
The vehicle was identified as stolen by the San Francisco Police Department. Fortunately, there were no reports of injuries to any individuals involved in the incident. The registered owner of the vehicle was out of state, and authorities noted that the owner's spouse was in possession of the vehicle's details.
As emergency personnel managed the situation, a tow truck was requested to assist in removing the burned vehicle from the embankment. The tow truck arrived shortly after midnight, and the scene was cleared by 1:39 AM.
This incident raises concerns about vehicle theft and the importance of reporting suspicious activities to local authorities. Drivers in the area were advised to exercise caution while traveling on Patterson Pass due to the presence of emergency vehicles, although the road was not closed.
The California Highway Patrol and the San Francisco Police Department are expected to conduct further inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the vehicle's theft and subsequent fire. Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact local law enforcement.