Hit-and-Run Leaves Utility Pole Damaged in Delano

Hit-and-Run Incident Involving Vehicle and Utility Pole on Road 152 in Delano, CA

📍 Delano, CA

📅 Published: December 9, 2024 at 09:31 AM

Map showing the location of the accident in Delano, CA
Delano, December 9, 2024 -

A hit-and-run incident occurred today on Road 152 near Avenue 24 in Delano, CA, involving one vehicle that collided with a utility pole. The incident took place around 7:51 AM when the vehicle struck the pole and fled the scene, leaving behind a bumper with a license plate attached.

Emergency services responded promptly and confirmed that there were no injuries reported. However, the utility pole was damaged, leaning and broken, raising safety concerns for motorists traveling in the area. The damaged pole is located on the northbound side of Road 152.

Utility crews were notified to assess the situation and make necessary repairs. It is currently unclear which utility company will handle the repairs, as the pole may belong to either Spectrum or AT&T.

Motorists are advised to exercise caution while traveling through this area due to the damaged pole and potential lane restrictions as utility crews work to restore safety. The investigation into the hit-and-run incident is ongoing, and authorities are working to identify the responsible party based on the evidence left at the scene.

Drivers are encouraged to report any information related to the incident to local authorities. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

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