A hit-and-run incident occurred today on Interstate 580 West near Harbour Way in Richmond, CA, involving a single vehicle, a silver Mazda 3, which collided with a pole. The collision happened around 8:37 PM, and fortunately, there were no injuries reported. Emergency services responded quickly to the scene, where the vehicle was found blocking the slow lane after impacting the pole, which was down and had exposed wires.
Witnesses reported seeing a male suspect fleeing the scene on foot shortly after the crash. The California Highway Patrol was alerted and began searching the area for the driver. Traffic was significantly affected, with all lanes initially stopped due to debris and the downed pole.
A tow truck was called to remove the damaged Mazda 3 from the roadway. By approximately 9:02 PM, the pole had been moved off the road by Caltrans, allowing traffic to resume. The incident was classified as a hit-and-run with no injuries reported, and the search for the driver continues.
Motorists are advised to exercise caution in the area as cleanup efforts were underway. The California Highway Patrol encourages anyone with information about the incident to come forward. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and the responsibilities of drivers at the scene of an accident.