A hit-and-run incident occurred today on the southbound lanes of U.S. Highway 101 near the Tampa Avenue off-ramp in Los Angeles, CA. The collision involved two vehicles: a green Honda Civic and a black Ford truck. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene after reports indicated that the driver of the Honda Civic sustained unknown injuries.
At approximately 8:41 PM, the incident was reported, with the black Ford truck fleeing the scene shortly after the collision. Both vehicles were confirmed to have pulled over, and a tow truck was requested to remove the Honda Civic from the location.
Traffic was impacted as emergency responders worked to manage the situation, and the Los Angeles Fire Department was dispatched to assist. The Honda Civic was eventually towed from the scene, while the black Ford truck remains unidentified.
Authorities are encouraging anyone with information about the incident or the fleeing vehicle to come forward. While the situation has since been cleared, motorists are advised to remain cautious in the area as residual traffic may still be affected.
This incident highlights the importance of road safety and the serious consequences of hit-and-run accidents. The California Highway Patrol continues to monitor the situation and urges drivers to report any suspicious activity on the road.