Hit-and-Run Incident Disrupts Traffic on I-10

Hit-and-Run Incident on Interstate 10 Near Etiwanda Avenue in Ontario, CA, Today

📍 Ontario, CA

📅 Published: December 5, 2024 at 09:01 PM

🔄 Updated: December 5, 2024 at 10:01 PM

Map showing the location of the accident in Ontario, CA
Ontario, December 5, 2024 -

A hit-and-run incident occurred today on the eastbound lanes of Interstate 10 near Etiwanda Avenue in Ontario, California. The incident involved two vehicles, with reports indicating that the driver of one vehicle struck another vehicle twice. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.

The situation began around 6:49 PM when the reporting party (RP) stated they had stopped their vehicle ahead of the second vehicle. The driver of the second vehicle began yelling at the RP before allegedly hitting their vehicle twice. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene to manage the situation.

Initially classified as a disturbance, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) later reclassified the event as a hit-and-run. A Spanish-speaking officer was dispatched to assist with communication. While the report did not specify whether the vehicles were drivable or required towing, the prompt response from emergency services ensured that the situation was handled efficiently.

Motorists traveling on Interstate 10 should remain cautious in the area, as the aftermath of the incident may have caused temporary traffic disruptions. Authorities remind drivers to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity on the road.

This incident underscores the importance of road safety and the need for drivers to remain calm in potentially volatile situations.

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