Sedan Crash Causes Traffic Disruptions in Sacramento

Traffic Collision on State Route 51 in Sacramento Leads to Fleeing Individuals

📍 Sacramento, CA

📅 Published: January 8, 2025 at 07:32 PM

Map showing the location of the accident in Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, January 8, 2025 -

A traffic collision occurred today on the northbound side of State Route 51 at El Camino Avenue in Sacramento, California. A dark blue small sedan collided with a concrete divider around 6:33 PM. Witnesses reported that two individuals exited the vehicle and fled the scene on foot shortly after the crash.

Emergency services responded promptly to the incident, and while the vehicle was likely not drivable, the exact status of any injuries remains unknown. At the time of the collision, traffic in the area was still moving, but the presence of emergency responders may have caused some minor disruptions.

Witnesses described the individuals who left the scene, noting one was wearing a white jacket and the other a red shirt. A tow truck was dispatched to remove the damaged vehicle from the roadway, and fire services were also on standby as a precaution.

Authorities are currently working to clear the scene, and motorists are advised to exercise caution while traveling through the area, as lane closures may occur during the cleanup process. Updates regarding the incident will be provided as more information becomes available.

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