Sleepy Driver Causes Traffic Collision in Sacramento

Traffic Collision Involving Hyundai and Brown Truck on Pasadena Avenue in Sacramento, CA, Today

📍 Sacramento, CA

📅 Published: December 8, 2024 at 07:01 AM

Map showing the location of the accident in Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, December 8, 2024 -

A traffic collision occurred today at 4307 Pasadena Avenue in Sacramento, CA, involving a white 2019 Hyundai Sonata and a brown truck, along with a light pole. The incident took place around 6:20 AM when the driver of the Hyundai, who is a tow truck driver, reported feeling sleepy after finishing work. The driver lost control and collided with the parked brown truck, causing damage to both the vehicle and the nearby light pole.

Emergency services responded quickly to the scene, where the light pole was found leaning due to the impact. Fortunately, the incident has been classified as having no injuries reported. The driver of the Hyundai sustained a minor injury, a busted lip, but did not require medical assistance.

A rolling fire unit was dispatched as a precaution, and additional tow trucks were requested to assist in removing the damaged vehicles. The final disposition of the vehicles involved is not specified, but it is likely that they were towed from the scene.

Drivers in the area may have experienced temporary traffic disruptions due to the incident, but no major lane closures were reported. Authorities are advising motorists to remain alert and cautious while driving, especially during early morning hours when fatigue can be a factor.

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