Hit-and-Run Accident on I-80 in Berkeley
The California Highway Patrol reported a hit-and-run accident on I-80 in Berkeley on July 21, 2023. The crash occurred at approximately 6:15 a.m. on eastbound Interstate 80 at the State Route 13 connector, officials said.
Details on the Hit-and-Run Accident on I-80 in Berkeley
A preliminary release revealed that two vehicles were allegedly street racing on eastbound I-80 in Berkeley. The incident allegedly caused another vehicle to overturn multiple times. The vehicle that rolled over had all-around damage, officials said.
The incident involved injuries to at least one party, officials said. Information on how many people were hurt was unavailable. An investigation is underway by CHP traffic officers, and further details into the crash have not yet been released.
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