Los Angeles is grappling with the aftermath of a fatal hit-and-run accident that claimed the life of man in his seventies. The collision occurred on Thursday, around 9 p.m., when an unidentified driver in a small four-door sedan struck the pedestrian as he crossed Vermont Avenue at 90th Street within a marked crosswalk. Despite the legal obligation to stop and render aid, the driver fled the scene, heading northbound on Vermont Avenue. CBS Los Angeles reported the incident, bringing to light the tragic event that has since sparked an intensive search.
The Los Angeles Police Department confirmed that the victim was pronounced dead at the scene, and his identity remains unknown pending notification of next of kin. CBS News shared LAPD's call for public assistance to locate the culprit responsible for this egregious act. As part of the city's initiative to curb hit-and-run incidents, a reward of up to $50,000 has been offered for information that leads to identification, arrest, and conviction of the driver involved.
Authorities are actively engaging with community members, urging anyone with pertinent details to step forward. In a statement issued by the LAPD South Traffic Division and shared by LAPD News, they provided Sgt. Nily's contact information for tips, alongside reminders for the public to practice caution and to adhere to street-crossing laws.
LAPD NEWS: NR25131dc Hit-and-Run Leaves Man in his 70s Dead pic.twitter.com/ZxFxdxCVE4
— LAPD PIO (@LAPDPIO) June 28, 2025
For nighttime or weekend reporting, LAPD has directed calls to their 24-hour helpline, and provided options for anonymous tips via L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers or their "P3 Tips" mobile application. This incident is a somber reflection of the ongoing issue facing Los Angeles streets — a city wrestling with the consequences of such hit-and-run accidents. The established City Council reward program is one of the actionable steps Los Angeles has taken hoping to stem this dangerous tide.
