Walnut Grove, CA – A hit-and-run incident was reported early on January 12, 2025, on State Route 220 near Grand Island Road in Walnut Grove. At approximately 1:05 AM, emergency services were alerted to a black sedan found down an embankment.
Fire crews and California Highway Patrol officers arrived to discover the vehicle unoccupied. A boat team was deployed to access the sedan, located about 50 yards down the embankment.
Initially, a tow truck was requested to remove the vehicle, but the request was later canceled. By 2:45 AM, all emergency units had cleared the scene. The incident was classified as a hit-and-run with no injuries reported.
This incident underscores the importance of responsible driving and the legal obligations following a collision. The California Highway Patrol urges anyone with information about the incident to come forward. Motorists are reminded to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity to local authorities.