A hit-and-run incident occurred late last night involving two vehicles: a white Toyota Prius and a large black SUV on the southbound lanes of Interstate 405 near the Interstate 710 South connector in Long Beach, CA. The collision took place around 11:00 PM when the black SUV struck the Prius, causing damage to its rear tire and rendering it undriveable. The driver of the SUV fled the scene immediately after the impact.
Emergency services responded promptly to the incident, arriving shortly after the collision was reported. Fortunately, no injuries were reported as a result of the accident. The Prius was left stranded on the roadside, and although a tow truck was initially requested, the request was later canceled, leaving the vehicle at the scene.
Witnesses indicated that the SUV was traveling at high speeds prior to the collision, but the driver was not located following the incident. The California Highway Patrol conducted an investigation, gathering information from the scene and speaking with the Prius driver. It was confirmed that no other vehicles were involved in the collision.
Motorists traveling on Interstate 405 South experienced minimal traffic disruption during the incident, as the scene was cleared relatively quickly. The California Highway Patrol is urging anyone with information regarding the black SUV or its driver to come forward to assist with the investigation.
This incident highlights the importance of road safety and the responsibilities of drivers involved in accidents. The California Highway Patrol continues to monitor the situation and will provide updates as more information becomes available.