Vehicle vs Pole, North Ave & N 23rd St

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A vehicle-versus-pole crash was reported around 6:23 p.m. Nov. 10 at North Avenue and North 23rd Street. Emergency crews responded with lights and sirens after reports that a vehicle ran a red light, struck a sign and then hit a light pole.

A 70-year-old male driver was conscious and breathing and had an abrasion, according to radio traffic. Responders also reported a possible second vehicle, described as a light-colored minivan, and a possible gas leak from one of the vehicles. The eastbound No. 2 lane was blocked east of 23rd Street while crews investigated.

Details are based on live scanner traffic and may change as official information is released.