A hit-and-run incident occurred today on the northbound lanes of Interstate 5 near the San Gabriel River in Downey, California. The collision involved two vehicles: a rental vehicle driven by the reporting party and a red vehicle that fled the scene shortly after the incident.
Emergency services responded quickly, arriving at the scene shortly after the incident was reported at approximately 7:47 PM. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported, and the rental vehicle was likely drivable, as there was no indication of significant damage or the need for towing. The scene was cleared within an hour, minimizing any disruption to traffic.
The reporting party possesses video evidence of the incident, which may be crucial in identifying the suspect vehicle. This footage could assist law enforcement in their investigation, as the suspect vehicle was described as a red unknown model that left the area heading northbound on the freeway.
By around 8:28 PM, authorities confirmed that the reporting party had provided information regarding the incident, including details about the suspect vehicle. The investigation is ongoing, and law enforcement encourages anyone with additional information or who may have witnessed the incident to come forward.
Motorists traveling on Interstate 5 are advised to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity related to the incident. The California Highway Patrol is dedicated to ensuring the safety of all drivers on the road and will continue to investigate this hit-and-run case thoroughly.