Reckless driver hits hydrant, flees scene in Spring Valley

Publish Date: 2022/04/20

SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CA — A reckless driver struck a fire hydrant Tuesday afternoon, flooding a street in a residential area of southwest Spring Valley, reports ABC 10 News.

The incident occurred at the intersection of Central Avenue and Lamar Street, near the Lamar County Park, at about 4:45 p.m.

Details are limited, but according to the San Diego Sheriff’s Department, officers were assisting the California Highway Patrol pursue the striking driver.

Crews with San Miguel Fire also responded to the scene.

No serious injuries have been reported, but as of this writing, the suspect has not been located.

No further information has been made available at this time.

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