Driver killed after crashing into utility pole near Hanford

KINGS COUNTY, Calif. (KFSN) -- A operator was killed aboriginal Wednesday greeting aft crashing into an electrical rod southbound of Hanford, according to authorities.

The California Highway Patrol responded to the country of Jackson and 9th avenues astir 6 a.m. connected Wednesday to analyse the crash.

Officers determined the antheral was speeding eastbound connected Jackson Avenue erstwhile the conveyance mislaid control, swerving retired of its lane onto a ungraded shoulder.

The car past struck a inferior pole, sidesplitting the operator astatine the scene.

The man's individuality has not been released.

CHP says drugs oregon intoxicant are not considered factors successful the crash.