A hit-and-run incident involving two vehicles occurred today on the northbound lanes of Interstate 5 near the connection to US Highway 50 in Sacramento, CA. The collision involved a dark-colored SUV and a blue and white big rig. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.
Emergency services responded to the scene around 6:42 PM. The dark-colored SUV was rendered non-drivable, prompting the need for a tow truck to assist in clearing the roadway. Traffic was temporarily affected as vehicles were stopped in the second lane, but emergency crews worked quickly to manage the situation.
The incident was classified as a hit-and-run, indicating that one of the vehicles involved left the scene without providing necessary information. Despite the challenges presented by the situation, no additional follow-up was required by emergency responders, and traffic began to resume its normal flow shortly after the incident was resolved.
Motorists are reminded to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity on the roadways. The California Highway Patrol encourages drivers to adhere to traffic laws and remain aware of their surroundings to prevent similar incidents in the future.