Los Angeles, CA (March 23, 2024) – In the early hours of Saturday, a fatal hit-and-run accident claimed the life of a 35-year-old man in the Westlake district of Los Angeles. The collision occurred at the intersection of 8th St and Alvarado St at approximately 12:54 a.m., prompting an investigation by the Los Angeles Police Department.
The deceased, who has been identified as an unhoused individual, was traversing the street within a marked crosswalk when he was struck by an unidentified westbound vehicle. Authorities report that the man succumbed to his injuries at the scene. Police are currently engaged in an active search to locate the driver responsible for the incident.
Officials have not yet released the identity of the victim pending notification of next of kin. The LAPD is urging anyone with information about the accident or the whereabouts of the hit-and-run driver to come forward and assist in their ongoing investigation.
The tragic event underscores the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians on city streets. Los Angeles has seen a considerable number of hit-and-run cases in recent years, with authorities and community leaders looking for effective measures to enhance roadway safety and reduce such incidents.
As the community mourns the loss of yet another life on its roadways, there is a heightened call for drivers to adhere strictly to traffic laws and for the implementation of more rigorous enforcement policies.
Source: Local Accident Reports
