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SAN RAFAEL, Calif. – A car crashed into a utility pole in San Rafael Saturday leaving 400 people without power, authorities said.

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The accident was near the intersection with St. Joseph’s Court, and Redwood Highway was closed between Mitchell Boulevard and Professional Center Parkway as a result of the downed pole.

Investigators said the driver was speeding and lost control when the car struck the pole.

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Crews hope to have electricity back to the customers around 12 p.m. Sunday, but there’s no estimate on when the road will reopen.

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Police have not said what charges the driver, who remains hospitalized, could face.

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