A hit-and-run incident occurred today at the intersection of State Route 154 and Calkins Road in Los Olivos, CA, involving two vehicles: a white Chevrolet SUV and a white Ford F350 truck. The collision took place around 2:45 PM, with the Ford truck leaving the scene shortly after the impact, resulting in a hit-and-run classification.
Fortunately, there were no injuries reported in this incident. Local authorities, including the California Highway Patrol and Santa Barbara Sheriff's Office, responded promptly to the scene to manage the situation. The Chevrolet SUV remained at the location while the Ford truck fled, prompting an immediate search for the vehicle.
By 4:04 PM, all responding units had cleared the scene, allowing traffic to return to normal. While the incident did not cause significant traffic delays, drivers in the area were advised to exercise caution as authorities gathered information regarding the fleeing vehicle.
This incident highlights the importance of remaining at the scene of an accident, as leaving can have serious legal consequences. The California Highway Patrol is encouraging anyone with information about the white Ford F350 truck to come forward to assist in the investigation.