A hit-and-run incident occurred early today at the intersection of Avenue 384 and Road 28 in Kingsburg, CA. The California Highway Patrol responded to the scene around 1:38 AM, where a single beige Hyundai Elantra was found off the roadway. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported as a result of the incident.
Witnesses described seeing a male individual wearing a white hoodie near the vehicle shortly after the incident. The vehicle was located approximately 50 to 75 feet off the roadway, and a tow truck was requested to remove it from the area. The California Highway Patrol confirmed that the vehicle was not on the railroad tracks, and there was no evidence of it having crossed them.
As officers searched the surrounding area, they were unable to locate any further evidence or the driver involved in the hit-and-run. The California Highway Patrol later classified the incident as a hit-and-run with no injuries, ensuring that the situation was managed efficiently.
Traffic in the vicinity remained minimally impacted, and the California Department of Transportation was informed about a section of wire fence that was down nearby. The California Highway Patrol continues to monitor the area to ensure safety for all motorists.
This incident highlights the importance of road safety and the responsibility of drivers to remain at the scene of an accident.