A hit-and-run incident involving a single vehicle occurred early this morning at the intersection of Howe Avenue and Franco Lane in Sacramento, CA. The California Highway Patrol received reports of the incident at approximately 5:03 AM. Upon arrival, emergency services discovered the vehicle abandoned and confirmed it was unoccupied.
The vehicle was partially blocking the slow lane, leading to a prompt response from the Sacramento Fire Department as a precaution. Witnesses indicated that it appeared the driver may have exited the vehicle by kicking out the rear window. Fortunately, no injuries were reported as a result of this incident.
Traffic conditions were impacted as both northbound lanes of Howe Avenue were blocked at Franco Lane during the response. A tow truck was dispatched to the scene, and the vehicle was removed shortly after 6:00 AM, allowing traffic to resume its normal flow.
The situation was resolved without further complications, and the area is now clear. Motorists are reminded to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities. The California Highway Patrol continues to urge drivers to adhere to traffic laws and avoid hit-and-run incidents, which can have serious consequences for all involved.
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