Authorities Seek Help Identifying Los Angeles​ Hit-And-Run Fatality

LOS ANGELES, CA — Authorities sought public help to identify a man who died Sunday in a hit-and-run collision in the Westlake area of Los Angeles.

The crash occurred around 12:50 a.m. Sunday while the pedestrian was southbound on Third Street west of Lucas Avenue near the Harbor (110) Freeway.

The victim was transported to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries, according to the Los Angeles Police Department. He was described as a white man in his 50s.

The driver of the involved light-colored sedan fled the scene, police said.

Anyone with any information regarding this collision was asked to contact the Central Traffic Division Detectives at 213-833-3713 or 34332@lapd.online, and 877-527-3247 during non-business hours. Tipsters who wish to remain anonymous can call 800-222-8477 or visit lacrimestoppers.org.

A reward of up to $50,000 was available to community members who provide information regarding hit-and-run offenders.

— City News Service