A Sacramento driver was killed in an early morning crash after a vehicle careened off of the Capital City Freeway near Arden Way.

The deceased driver was traveling towards downtown when for an unknown reason exited the freeway and struck a power pole. The vehicle continued to barrel down an embankment before coming to arrest on Arden way.

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The driver was pronounced dead at the scene, authorities say.

All the eastbound lanes of Arden Way at the Capital City Freeway are blocked at the moment. Lane restrictions are also in effect on the freeway above the underpass due to the investigation. source

Drivers should avoid the area if possible for the time being.