Crime & Safety

Car Crashes Into Utility Pole In Santa Fe Springs, Knocking Out Power For Some

The driver was not taken to a hospital, meaning his injuries, if any, were not serious, police said.

SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA — A vehicle crashed into a utility pole Monday in Santa Fe Springs, temporarily cutting power to some people in the area, authorities said.

The crash took place at 2:39 a.m. at Shoemaker Avenue and Molette Street, according to Whittier police Sgt. Steve Dean whose department patrols Santa Fe Springs.

The driver was not taken to a hospital, meaning his injuries, if any, were not serious, Dean said, adding there were no arrests.

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The number of customers affected by the power outage was not immediately reported.

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