2 killed after speeding car crashes into pole: Oakland police
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OAKLAND, Calif. - Two people were killed early Saturday morning in Oakland when the vehicle they were in hit a utility pole, according to police.
Just before 3:45 a.m., officers responded to a solo vehicle collision at 51st Avenue and San Leandro Street. Both the driver and passenger were injured and were pronounced dead at the scene.
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A Santa Rosa driver is accused of causing multiple accidents Saturday afternoon, including one that killed a woman, the California Highway Patrol said.
Police believe the driver was traveling eastbound on San Leandro Street in a stolen vehicle at a high rate of speed and struck a utility pole.
It is unknown if alcohol or drugs were a factor in this collision.
This is an ongoing investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact police at (510) 777-8570. Additionally, anyone with videos or photos that could assist with the investigation should please send them to cidvideos@oaklandca.gov.