Hit-and-run driver flees after killing pedestrian in Canoga Park
Police are searching for a hit-and-run driver who killed a pedestrian in Canoga Park.
On Dec. 6, the victim, identified only as a man in his early 40s, was crossing westbound on De Soto Avenue, just north of Gresham Street at around 5:15 p.m., according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
The suspect, driving a grey/silver vehicle, was heading southbound on De Soto Avenue when they struck the pedestrian. The suspect continued driving away and did not stop to help the injured victim, police said.
The victim was eventually located by paramedics and pronounced dead at the scene.
His identity is being withheld pending notification of next of kin by the L.A. County Coroner’s Office.
Detectives said there was a lot of traffic at the time and likely many witnesses with information that could help track down the suspect.
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“Motorists are reminded that if they become involved in a collision, they should pull over and stop as soon as it is safe to do so, notify emergency services, and remain at the scene to identify themselves,” LAPD said.
Anyone with information on the crash is asked to contact Valley Traffic Division Investigator Olson at 818-644-8022 or Detective Martinez at 818-644-8033. The public can also call the LAPD at 1-877-527-3247.
Anonymous tips can be provided to L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at lacrimestoppers.org.
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