Police sought the public’s help Monday to identify the driver of an SUV that struck and fatally injured a 30-year-old pedestrian in Van Nuys before fleeing the scene.
The collision occurred about 3:45 a.m. Friday on Sherman Way west of Sherman Circle, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
Police said a dark-colored SUV was traveling east on Sherman Way when it struck the man, who was outside a crosswalk.
The driver continued east without stopping to identify themselves or render aid, police said.
Another motorist who witnessed the collision pulled over and contacted authorities.
The pedestrian was taken to a hospital, where he died from his injuries. His name was not immediately released.
A $50,000 reward is available for information leading to the driver’s identification, arrest and conviction.
Anyone with information about the collision was urged to contact Valley Traffic Division Officer Reyes at 818-644-8114 or Officer Lozon at 818-644-8117. Anonymous tips can be made through Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477 or lacrimestoppers.org.