(Los Angeles, CA) A man in his early 60s died in a La Brea Avenue hit and run crash in the West Adams area of Los Angeles.
On Sunday, August 3, at around 9:15 p.m., the La Brea Avenue hit and run crash occurred. According to a desk officer at the Los Angeles Police Department’s Operations Center, it happened on La Brea Avenue and Adams Boulevard.
When officers investigated, they learned a vehicle drove northbound on La Brea Avenue. All of a sudden, the vehicle struck a man walking outside the crosswalk. The driver fled the scene, not stopping to help the struck pedestrian. By the time first responders arrived at the crash site, they pronounced him dead.
Anyone with information regarding the hit and run is urged to contact LAPD Valley Traffic Division Officer Takishita at 818-644-8116. Calls during non-business hours or weekends should be directed to 877-527-3247. Tipsters who choose to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477.
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of the victim. We know this is a difficult time as you mourn the tragic and sudden loss of a loved one. If you have any concerns about navigating the legal process surrounding this horrible incident, call 866-883-4318 to speak with a lawyer.
