Vehicle Crashes into San Francisco Cable Car in Hit-and-Run, Injuring Three
San Francisco, A hit-and-run driver collided with a historic cable car in San Francisco on Sunday evening, injuring three people and prompting a police search for the suspect who fled the scene.
The incident occurred around 7:20 p.m. on December 14, near the intersection of California Street and Van Ness Avenue, a busy area in the city’s Nob Hill neighborhood. According to the San Francisco Fire Department and Police Department, a vehicle struck the cable car, resulting in minor injuries to three adults who were transported to a local hospital for treatment. It remains unclear whether the injured individuals were passengers on the cable car or occupants of the striking vehicle.
The driver abandoned the vehicle at the scene and fled on foot, evading immediate capture. Police conducted a search of the area but had not located the suspect as of late Sunday night. No description of the driver or the vehicle has been released, and authorities have not disclosed a possible motive or additional details about the crash.
The collision temporarily disrupted traffic in the area, but specific impacts on cable car service were not immediately detailed by the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA). San Francisco’s cable cars, which operate on three remaining lines including the California Street route, are a vital part of the city’s public transit and a major draw for tourists. These historic vehicles, dating back to the 1870s, share roadways with modern traffic, occasionally leading to accidents.
Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash, and police urge anyone with information to contact them. As of Monday morning, no arrests have been announced, and updates are expected as the investigation progresses.
This event underscores ongoing safety concerns for San Francisco’s iconic cable cars, which navigate steep hills and busy streets. Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families. Stay tuned for further developments.
