A hit-and-run incident occurred early today on the northbound lanes of Interstate 280, near the 7th Street off-ramp in San Jose, CA. At approximately 2:43 AM, emergency services responded to reports of a vehicle in a ditch. Upon arrival, authorities found a white Ford F150 with significant damage, which was classified as a hit-and-run.
Witnesses indicated that the incident happened around 20 minutes prior to the first report, leading to the vehicle being discovered abandoned. The truck was located on the right-hand shoulder of the highway, and damage to approximately 30 feet of metal guardrail was also noted.
A tow truck was called to the scene to remove the vehicle, and the off-ramp from northbound Interstate 280 to 7th Street was temporarily closed to facilitate the towing process. By 4:45 AM, the off-ramp was shut down, while additional units were dispatched to assist with traffic management.
Fortunately, no injuries were reported in connection with this incident. Emergency services managed the situation efficiently, minimizing traffic disruptions. The investigation into the hit-and-run is ongoing, and authorities are working to gather more information regarding the vehicle and its driver.
Motorists are advised to exercise caution in the area as cleanup efforts continue.