A hit-and-run incident occurred today on Interstate 40 West near Kelbaker in San Bernardino County, CA, involving two vehicles: a blue Kia Forte and a semi-truck. The collision took place at approximately 12:29 PM when the Kia Forte rear-ended the semi-truck. Following the impact, the semi-truck did not stop and continued on its route, leading to the classification of the event as a hit-and-run.
Emergency services responded quickly to the scene, and fortunately, no injuries were reported. Witnesses observed a couple of other vehicles pulled over in the area, but it remains unclear if they were involved in the incident.
The driver of the Kia Forte indicated that the semi-truck might not have realized it had been struck. As the situation unfolded, it was confirmed that the semi-truck did not stop, complicating efforts to identify the vehicle involved in the hit-and-run.
Traffic flow on Interstate 40 West was minimally affected, with no significant lane closures reported. The California Highway Patrol ensured that the roadway remained safe for other motorists.
Authorities encourage anyone with information about the semi-truck to come forward to assist in resolving this incident.