A hit-and-run incident involving a single vehicle occurred this morning on State Route 299 in Weaverville, CA. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) received the initial report at 6:59 AM and promptly dispatched units to the scene. Upon arrival, officers confirmed that a gray sedan had struck a metal post, resulting in significant damage. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.
At 7:00 AM, the incident was officially classified as a hit-and-run, indicating that the driver of the gray sedan left the scene following the collision. By 7:01 AM, emergency responders had confirmed the damage to the metal post and began coordinating towing services. ROTS Towing was contacted shortly after and was en route to assist with the removal of the vehicle.
The driver of the gray sedan estimated their arrival at the scene to be approximately 60 minutes later. In the meantime, at 7:13 AM, Buddy's Towing was also requested to provide assistance, ensuring that the damaged vehicle would be safely towed away.
Emergency units worked diligently to clear the scene, and by 8:06 AM, all emergency services had left the area, concluding their response to the incident. The gray sedan was successfully towed from the location, and the damaged metal post was reported to be the only property affected by the collision.
Despite the nature of the incident, the quick response from the California Highway Patrol and towing services ensured that the situation was managed efficiently, with no injuries reported. The CHP is urging anyone with information regarding the hit-and-run to come forward to assist in the investigation.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and the responsibilities of drivers involved in accidents. The CHP continues to monitor the area for any further incidents and encourages all motorists to drive attentively.