A hit and run incident occurred today on the Genesee Avenue on-ramp to southbound Interstate 5 in San Diego, CA, involving a single white sedan. The vehicle crashed into bushes and caused damage to a nearby pole, but fortunately, no injuries were reported. Emergency services responded to the scene shortly after the incident was reported at approximately 11:06 PM.
Upon arrival, authorities found the white sedan facing west on the left shoulder of the on-ramp. A tow truck was called to the scene by 11:12 PM to remove the abandoned vehicle. It was noted that the vehicle was cold to the touch, indicating it had been left after the incident.
Damage was confirmed to a metal pole with a yellow metering sign, although the sign itself remained intact. The bottom of the pole was damaged, leading to further inspection for safety. The California Highway Patrol classified the incident as a hit and run with no injuries shortly after midnight.
Traffic on the on-ramp may have been impacted during the response and cleanup efforts, but no major delays were reported. Authorities worked to ensure the area was safe for motorists, and the scene was cleared efficiently.