A 40-year-old man was fatally injured in a hit-and-run collision in South Los Angeles, authorities said Wednesday.
The crash occurred around 7:20 p.m. Tuesday when the pedestrian was crossing Figueroa Street at West 53rd Street in an unmarked crosswalk close to the Harbor (110) Freeway, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
“A vehicle traveling northbound on Figueroa Street at a high rate of speed collided with the pedestrian,” police said. “After striking the pedestrian, the suspect vehicle fled northbound Figueroa Street without stopping and rendering aid to the pedestrian.”
The victim was pronounced dead at the scene. His identity was being withheld pending notification of next of kin.
Further details on the vehicle and suspect were unavailable.
Anyone with information regarding the collision was asked to contact LAPD South Traffic Division detectives at 323-421-2500, or 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 could be available to anyone who provides information leading to the arrest and conviction of a hit-and-run offender, authorities noted.