Police sought the public’s help today to locate a suspected hit-and-run driver who severely injured a man in his 20s in downtown Los Angeles.
The collision occurred about 2:40 a.m. Jan. 9, when the driver of an unidentified vehicle traveling westbound on Eighth Street struck a pedestrian crossing the roadway and continued west toward Bixel Street without stopping, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
Los Angeles Fire Department paramedics transported the victim to a hospital with severe injuries.
“Drivers are reminded that if they become involved in a collision, they should pull over and stop as soon as it is safe to do so, notify emergency services, and remain at the scene to identify themselves,” the police department said in a statement.
A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to the suspect’s identification, arrest and conviction.
Anyone with information about the hit-and-run collision was urged to contact LAPD Central Traffic Division Officer Herrera at 213-833-3713. Calls during non-business hours should be directed to 877-527-3247. Tipsters who prefer to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477 or online.
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