The collision happened about 2:40 a.m. near the intersection of Garey Avenue and LaVerne Street, where the vehicle erupted in flames and nearly toppled the pole.
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One person inside the SUV died at the scene, according to the Pomona Police Department. The deceased individual was not immediately identified.
As a result of the incident, LaVerne Science and Tech Charter was closed for the day, according to police and the school's website.
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The cause of the crash is under investigation.