A hit-and-run incident occurred early this morning on the westbound lanes of Interstate 10 near the Puente Avenue on-ramp in Baldwin Park, CA. The collision, which involved two vehicles, was reported at approximately 1:10 AM. One vehicle, a gray Chevrolet sedan, remained at the scene, while the other vehicle fled without identification.
Emergency services responded promptly, and it was confirmed that there were no injuries reported. The gray Chevrolet sedan was leaking oil, leading to the request for towing services to manage the situation. A tow truck was called to assist with the vehicle, which was deemed drivable despite the oil leak.
By 1:35 AM, two of the three lanes were reopened to traffic, while the high-occupancy vehicle lane and the first lane remained closed for cleanup efforts. The area was cleared by 2:29 AM, with the incident officially classified as a hit-and-run with no injuries.
Motorists in the area are advised to exercise caution and remain aware of potential delays as cleanup operations continued. The California Highway Patrol encourages anyone with information about the fleeing vehicle to come forward.
This incident highlights the importance of road safety and the responsibilities of drivers involved in accidents.