Hit-and-Run on Highway 101: No Injuries Reported

Hit-and-Run Incident on U.S. Highway 101 in Novato, California, Resolved Without Injuries

📍 Novato, CA

📅 Published: October 12, 2024 at 07:04 PM

🔄 Updated: October 12, 2024 at 09:00 PM

Map showing the location of the accident in Novato, CA
Novato, October 12, 2024 -

A hit-and-run incident occurred today on the northbound lanes of U.S. Highway 101 near Atherton Avenue in Novato, California. The incident began at approximately 6:14 PM when one vehicle struck another and fled the scene. The victim, referred to as the reporting party, pursued the suspect vehicle while notifying the California Highway Patrol (CHP).

By 6:18 PM, the CHP reclassified the incident from a hit-and-run with injuries to a hit-and-run with no injuries reported. The suspect vehicle slowed down due to traffic conditions, allowing both vehicles to be tracked as they approached the San Antonio Road exit.

At around 6:52 PM, CHP officers directed both vehicles to a Shell gas station for further handling of the situation. Emergency services responded promptly, with multiple units dispatched to manage the incident effectively. By 8:40 PM, the scene was cleared, and the situation was resolved without any reported injuries.

One of the vehicles involved was towed from the scene, while the status of the second vehicle remains unclear but is presumed to be drivable as it was moved to the gas station. The CHP's quick response ensured that the involved parties were safely managed, preventing any further complications.

This incident underscores the importance of reporting hit-and-run accidents promptly to law enforcement. The CHP encourages drivers to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity on the road. No further details about the suspect vehicle or driver have been released at this time.

Motorists traveling on U.S. Highway 101 in Novato should remain cautious and aware of their surroundings, especially in busy traffic areas. The CHP continues to investigate the incident and urges anyone with additional information to come forward.

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