Hit-and-Run on I-80 Causes Brief Traffic Block

Hit-and-Run Incident on Interstate 80 East in Richmond, CA, Cleared Without Injuries

📍 Richmond, CA

📅 Published: December 19, 2024 at 11:02 PM

🔄 Updated: December 19, 2024 at 11:37 PM

Map showing the location of the accident in Richmond, CA
Richmond, December 19, 2024 -

A hit-and-run incident occurred today on Interstate 80 East near the Solano Avenue off-ramp in Richmond, CA, involving two vehicles—a black sedan and a blue pickup truck. The collision was reported at approximately 10:46 PM, prompting a swift response from emergency services. Fortunately, no injuries were reported as a result of the incident.

Witnesses indicated that the drivers of both vehicles were seen standing outside their cars shortly after the crash. The situation led to a temporary blockage of all lanes on the highway as emergency personnel assessed the scene.

By 10:52 PM, a police unit confirmed that all lanes were reopened, allowing traffic to resume normal flow. The California Highway Patrol classified the incident as a hit-and-run with no injuries, which facilitated a quick clearance of the area.

Drivers in the vicinity experienced minimal disruption, thanks to the prompt response from emergency services. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and the need for drivers to remain vigilant while on the highways.

For those traveling on Interstate 80 East, the roadway is now clear, and normal traffic conditions have resumed.

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