A hit-and-run incident involving a single vehicle occurred early this morning on State Route 118 West near the Interstate 5 North interchange in San Fernando, CA. The California Highway Patrol received reports of the incident at approximately 2:11 AM, indicating that a gray Honda was involved.
Emergency units arrived on the scene at 2:23 AM and found the gray Honda blocking the first lane of traffic with its hazard lights activated. By 2:21 AM, it was reported that the vehicle was obstructing additional lanes, and significant damage to the guardrail was noted, extending approximately 30 to 50 feet.
Fortunately, there were no injuries reported as a result of this incident. However, the damage to the vehicle rendered it non-drivable. A tow truck was requested at 2:26 AM to remove the damaged Honda from the roadway. The vehicle was successfully towed away by 3:06 AM, after the incident was officially classified as a hit-and-run with no injuries.
The California Highway Patrol worked efficiently to manage the situation, ensuring that traffic flow was restored as quickly as possible. The incident caused temporary lane closures, but emergency services cleared the scene promptly, minimizing disruption for motorists traveling through the area.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the hit-and-run to come forward. The CHP is dedicated to ensuring the safety of all drivers on California roadways and is actively working to identify the driver involved in this incident.
Motorists are reminded to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity on the roads. The California Highway Patrol encourages drivers to prioritize safety and adhere to traffic laws to prevent similar incidents in the future.