A hit-and-run incident occurred early this morning at the intersection of West Cartmill Avenue and North Sacramento Street in Tulare, CA. At approximately 2:10 AM, a blue Nissan pickup truck collided with a light pole, causing the pole to fall. Fortunately, no injuries were reported in connection with the crash.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, where they found the light pole down and debris scattered across the intersection. The driver of the Nissan pickup fled the scene immediately after the collision, leaving the vehicle behind. A tow truck was called to remove the damaged pickup, which was subsequently towed from the location.
Traffic in the area was temporarily affected, with lane closures necessary to facilitate the removal of the vehicle and the fallen light pole. Local utility services were also notified to assess the situation and ensure the safety of the area.
Authorities are working to gather more information regarding the incident and the driver involved. Residents are advised to exercise caution when traveling through the intersection as cleanup efforts continue. This incident highlights the importance of road safety and the responsibilities of drivers to remain at the scene of an accident.
For updates on this incident and other local news, stay tuned to local news outlets and the California Highway Patrol.