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Driver strikes pole, knocks out power for some in Alton

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ALTON - A motorist crashed into new oversized poles that had just been installed in the 2300 block of Alby in Alton Wednesday night, just south of Boynton.

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The accident caused a loss of power for some.

The driver of the vehicle refused medical treatment at the scene.

John Hentrich also contributed to this story.

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