The El Cajón Police Department reported Wednesday morning about a fallen power pole in the 1200 block of E Washington Avenue.
The police indicated that the fire department was called to the scene to assist in assessing the situation. After an investigation, authorities determined that a hit-and-run accident overnight was the cause of the damage to the pole.
Traffic on E Washington Avenue was blocked in both directions from S Second Street to Ballard Street for several hours, according to authorities. Drivers had to seek alternative routes.
"If you know someone whose vehicle appears to have struck a pole, please let us know," El Cajón Police said via social media. Detectives can be reached at (619) 579-3311.
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