Hit-and-run driver kills pedestrian in Boyle Heights

Police are searching for a driver who struck and killed a pedestrian in Boyle Heights.

The deadly hit-and-run happened on April 16 as the pedestrian was crossing Mission Road near 1st Street at around 8 p.m., according to the Los Angeles Police Department.

The victim was crossing the road when a vehicle traveling southbound struck the person.

The suspect did not stop and continued speeding away. Nearby surveillance video captured the suspect vehicle that was last seen making a westbound turn onto Commercial Street from Vignes Street.

The victim was pronounced dead at the scene by responding paramedics. Their identity was not released.

The suspect’s vehicle is described as a black Toyota Camry or Nissan Altima sedan with black rims.

A reward of up to $50,000 is available to anyone who provides information leading to the driver’s identification, apprehension and conviction.

“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,” said LAPD.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Daniel Ramirez at 213-833-3713 or 213-833-3746 or email 39299@lapd.online. 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.

Footage of the hit-and-run can be seen in the video player above.