Police looking for truck responsible for damaged utility poles

DAYTON — Dayton police are investigating a crash that resulted in damage to two utility poles.

The crash happened on Santa Cruz Avenue, near Linden Avenue, just after 12:30 p.m. on Monday. Police said a truck hit two poles and then drove away from the scene.

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Video from the scene showed one pole broke in half and another significantly leaning forward.

The crashed caused utility lines to fall onto the road.

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Police blocked one block of Santa Cruz Avenue while repairs were being made.

Anyone with information about the crash can call the non-emergency number at (937)-333-2677 or Crime Stoppers at (937)-222-7867.

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