Los Angeles is on alert after a deadly hit-and-run claimed the life of a 42-year-old woman, prompting a major search for the driver. The incident occurred on the evening of December 19th at approximately 6:27 p.m. when a small white sedan struck the woman as she was crossing at Western and Vernon Avenues in South Los Angeles. Despite emergency services' swift response, she later died at the hospital from her injuries, as reported by LAPD Newsroom.
The Los Angeles Police Department’s South Traffic Division seeks the public’s help to corner the elusive driver. Details are slim, but they are hoping witness testimony will help flesh out a clearer picture of the individual behind the wheel. The city has put up a $50,000 reward for any tip leading to the driver's capture. Striving to render aid to the victim, the LAFD paramedics arriving promptly at the scene were dispatched there at about 6:30 p.m., as NBC Los Angeles reported.
City officials remind pedestrians and drivers alike to remain vigilant and adhere to traffic safety laws. The LAPD's Detective Gerald Chavarria said, "Drivers should pull over and stop to notify emergency services and remain at the scene to identify themselves if they become involved in a collision." Taking the lead, LAPD's South Traffic Division Detective Gerald Chavarria can be reached at 213-924-3621 or via email at [email protected] for anyone ready to provide information, as stated in a LAPD Newsroom statement.
