A hit-and-run incident occurred today at approximately 6:25 AM on State Route 99 North near Buhach in Atwater, CA. The collision involved two vehicles: a stolen sedan and a towing truck. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.
Witnesses indicated that the stolen sedan was traveling at a high speed when it clipped the towing truck and another vehicle before fleeing the scene. Emergency services responded quickly, and the towing truck remained at the scene, sustaining damage but confirmed to be driveable.
As the situation developed, it was revealed that the stolen vehicle had been taken about an hour before the incident. Local authorities are actively working to identify the driver of the stolen sedan, which has not yet been recovered. The towing truck and the other vehicle involved were assessed for damage.
Traffic in the area may have experienced temporary disruptions as emergency services managed the scene and evaluated the vehicles. The California Highway Patrol is collaborating with local police to gather more information regarding the stolen vehicle and its driver.
This incident underscores the ongoing issue of vehicle theft and the risks associated with high-speed driving. Authorities encourage anyone with information about the stolen sedan to come forward.