Authorities Thursday identified a motorist who was killed in a hit-and-run crash involving another vehicle in Canoga Park.
The crash occurred about 1:15 a.m. Wednesday at Topanga Canyon Boulevard and Vanowen Street, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
Alejandro Lopez Munoz, 26, of Northridge died at the scene, the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner reported.
Detectives reported that a 2005 silver Toyota Camry and a dark-colored sedan were traveling at a high rate of speed south on Topanga Canyon moments before the vehicles collided, sending the Camry veering into a light pole.
Investigators were working to determine if the crash involved street racing or possible road rage.
The city is offering a reward of up to $50,000 for information leading to the suspect’s identification, arrest and conviction.
Anyone with information on the case was urged to call LAPD Valley Traffic Division Officer Michael Sison at 818-644-8022 or Officer Freeman at 818-644-8115. During non-business hours or weekends, calls should be directed to 877-527-3247. Tipsters who prefer to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477.