A hit-and-run incident occurred today in Palo Cedro, California, involving one vehicle. The incident took place at the intersection of Silverlode Road and Silver Bridge Road around 4:40 PM. Fortunately, no injuries were reported as a result of this incident.
Reports indicate that the vehicle involved, identified as a sport utility vehicle, was last seen with its hazard lights activated. The driver of this vehicle was initially contacted by a reporting party, who noted that the driver declined to acknowledge any collision had occurred. Following this, the vehicle was observed turning down Silver Load, which is a dead-end street off Silver Bridge Road.
At approximately 4:47 PM, the sport utility vehicle was seen returning down the road with its hazard lights still on. The reporting party continued to follow the vehicle, providing updates to emergency services. By 5:06 PM, the sport utility vehicle was located on Oak Run Road, where it was actively monitored by both the reporting party and California Highway Patrol officers.
Emergency services were promptly notified of the situation, and the California Highway Patrol conducted an area check in response to the reports. Despite the circumstances surrounding the hit-and-run, the situation was classified as having no injuries, and no further action was required at the scene.
The California Highway Patrol encourages drivers to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity on the roads. Hit-and-run incidents can pose significant risks to public safety, and timely reporting can help authorities address these situations effectively.
As the situation develops, residents of Palo Cedro are reminded to stay alert and report any information related to the incident. The California Highway Patrol is committed to ensuring the safety of all motorists and will continue to monitor the area for any further developments.