Solo Vehicle Crash Disrupts Traffic on SR 17

Solo Vehicle Collides with Guardrail on State Route 17 in Scotts Valley, CA, Driver Leaves Scene

📍 Scotts Valley, CA

📅 Published: December 14, 2024 at 12:06 PM

Map showing the location of the accident in Scotts Valley, CA
Scotts Valley, December 14, 2024 -

A solo vehicle collided with a guardrail on the northbound side of State Route 17 in Scotts Valley, CA, today at approximately 11:03 AM. The incident occurred in the fast lane near the Pasatiempo Drive off-ramp. Witnesses reported that the driver left the scene shortly after the collision, and a tow truck was called to remove the vehicle.

No injuries have been confirmed in connection with this incident. However, there were reports of two additional vehicles present on the right-hand side of the road at the time of the collision, but their involvement remains unclear.

Traffic was partially impacted due to the incident, leading to lane closures while the vehicle was being towed. The tow truck arrived on the scene shortly after 11:21 AM, and the vehicle was taken to a nearby location for further assessment. Fortunately, there was no damage reported to the guardrail, although the vehicle itself sustained some damage.

Motorists are advised to exercise caution when traveling through this area as the situation is being resolved. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

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