A single-vehicle collision occurred late last night on the northbound Interstate 5 at McBean Parkway in Santa Clarita, CA. The incident involved a white Toyota Sienna that veered off the roadway and collided with a freeway sign around 10:41 PM. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported.
Emergency services responded quickly to the scene, where the vehicle was found to be non-drivable. A tow truck was requested to remove the disabled vehicle, which was confirmed to have struck the sign after running onto the sidewalk. The fallen sign did not pose any immediate hazard to traffic, allowing for the safe passage of vehicles on the busy interstate.
As the situation unfolded, it was noted that the impact caused damage to the sidewalk, but no further complications arose. The California Highway Patrol was notified and coordinated with local authorities to manage the aftermath of the collision. By approximately 11:49 PM, the tow truck arrived to assist in clearing the area.
The scene was cleared shortly after midnight, restoring normal traffic conditions. The California Highway Patrol is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident, including whether the driver fled the scene on foot.
Motorists are reminded to stay vigilant while driving, especially in areas where pedestrians may be present. The California Highway Patrol encourages anyone with information regarding this incident to come forward.