Los Angeles, CA (May 5, 2024) – A hit-and-run collision at the junction of Adams Blvd and Magnolia Ave resulted in one fatality and left an elderly woman critically injured. The Los Angeles Police Department received the call and arrived at the scene at approximately 1:20 p.m.
The fatal incident took the life of 74-year-old Estela Melani Gomez, who was declared deceased upon the authorities’ arrival. Accompanying her was another woman, reportedly in her 90s, who was urgently transported to a local hospital due to the critical nature of her injuries.
Investigators are actively searching for the hit-and-run driver, who was last seen fleeing eastward on West 25th St following the accident. No current information is available regarding the identity of the suspect.
The LA Police encourage anyone with information on the deadly collision to come forward as their investigation continues. They are appealing to the community for any witnesses or individuals with knowledge of the hit-and-run driver’s whereabouts to assist in bringing closure to this case.
The tragic circumstances surrounding this incident have cast a somber mood on the community, and officials are determined to locate the responsible party. As authorities work through the ongoing inquiry, they also remind the public to observe safety measures and report any suspicious activity that may contribute to solving this case.
Source: Local Accident Reports
