A hit-and-run incident occurred today on Sacramento Avenue in Hamilton City, CA, when a dark four-door sedan crashed into a telephone pole. The collision took place around 6:27 PM, prompting an immediate response from emergency services. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries, and no individuals sought medical attention after the crash.
Witnesses indicated that the vehicle involved was likely not drivable following the impact. Upon arrival, authorities observed that the telephone pole sustained minor damage, with slight splintering noted. The California Highway Patrol responded to the scene to assess the situation.
At approximately 7:00 PM, officials reported that surveillance footage was not available, and debris from the scene was collected for further analysis. The vehicle, described as a dark sedan, left the scene before authorities arrived. Pacific Gas and Electric was notified to inspect the damaged pole at their convenience.
Traffic was briefly affected, particularly in the eastbound lanes of Sacramento Avenue, but no major delays were reported. The area has since returned to normal operations as the situation was resolved. Authorities encourage anyone with information regarding the incident to come forward.
This incident underscores the importance of road safety and the responsibility of drivers to remain vigilant to prevent accidents.