A hit-and-run incident occurred today in the City of Industry, CA, when a vehicle collided with a street light pole at 17408 Salais Street. The accident took place around 8:05 AM, resulting in the pole being knocked down onto the sidewalk. Following the collision, the vehicle involved fled the scene in an unknown direction.
Emergency services were promptly notified, and coordination began with local public works and Edison to address the downed pole and power line. By 8:50 AM, it was reported that the power line was also down at a nearby location, 17402 Salais Road. Edison was contacted to de-energize the affected light, as the pole was confirmed to belong to public works.
At 9:03 AM, officials confirmed that the downed pole was a street light pole and not a traffic signal pole, ensuring that the appropriate response teams were dispatched. Crews from public works and Edison were en route to manage the situation and restore safety to the area.
Fortunately, there were no reported injuries related to this incident. The hit-and-run has raised concerns about road safety and the importance of responsible driving. Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding the fleeing vehicle to come forward to assist in the investigation.