Hit-and-Run Knocks Out Power in Lemon Grove

Two suspects are still outstanding

A hit-and-run accident in Lemon Grove knocked out power for dozens of residents on Monday night, according to officials.

The incident happened around 11:15 p.m. at 7087 Broadway near a fast food restaurant. Two suspects were inside a white Mitsubishi Eclipse when they lost control of the car, said police. The driver crashed into an electrical box and drove through the front lawn of an El Pollo Loco.

Police said the suspects fled the scene and are still outstanding.

Power was out for more than 400 residents during the night, and there are currently 30 customers with no electricity. Estimated time of restoration is 11 a.m.

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