An 88-year-old man was struck and killed while crossing East 49th Street near Avalon Boulevard in South Los Angeles, prompting an urgent search for the driver who fled the scene.
According to the Los Angeles Police Department, the victim was walking eastbound when a vehicle traveling northbound hit him. Paramedics transported him to a nearby hospital, where he later died from his injuries.
Suspect Vehicle and Ongoing Search
Investigators believe the vehicle involved may be a black sedan that continued north on Avalon Boulevard without stopping.
Detectives from LAPD’s Central Traffic Division are now asking for the public’s help to identify the driver and piece together what happened.
$50,000 Reward Offered
The City of Los Angeles is offering a reward of up to $50,000 for information that leads to the suspect’s identification, arrest, and conviction through its hit-and-run reward program.
Officials hope the incentive will encourage witnesses or anyone with video evidence to come forward quickly.
How to Provide Information
Anyone with information is urged to contact LAPD Central Traffic Division and ask for Investigator D. Chung at 213-486-0760.
Anonymous tips can also be submitted through L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers by calling 800-222-TIPS or using the P3 Tips mobile app.
Legal Responsibility After a Crash
Under California law, drivers involved in crashes causing injury or death are required to stop, identify themselves, and provide aid.
Leaving the scene in such cases can result in felony hit-and-run charges, which carry serious penalties including prison time and fines.
Call for Community Help
Detectives are urging nearby residents and businesses to review doorbell cameras, security footage, and traffic recordings for any evidence that may help identify the suspect vehicle.
Authorities emphasized that quick action from the public could be key to solving the case and bringing justice to the victim.
