Los Angeles Police detectives are searching for the driver of a car that struck a pedestrian in North Hollywood and fled the scene.
Police said the pedestrian suffered “serious injuries” and was taken to hospital.
Police say the incident happened on Sherman Way near Coldwater Canyon Boulevard on Wednesday around 4:35 p.m.
The pedestrian was walking outside the crosswalk when he was struck by a white Infiniti sedan, which failed to stop to identify himself or herself or to render assistance as required by law.
Los Angeles Fire Department paramedics responded to the scene and transported the unidentified pedestrian to the hospital with serious injuries.
The Los Angeles Police Department on Friday circulated photos of actual vehicles involved in accidents to draw attention to requirements for motorists to stop after a crash, call emergency services and remain at the scene.
This Infiniti sedan was involved in a fatal hit-and-run accident in North Hollywood on July 3, 2024. (Los Angeles Police Department)
The City of Los Angeles is offering rewards of up to $25,000 to local residents who provide information leading to the identification, arrest, and conviction of a hit-and-run suspect.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Los Angeles Police Department’s Detective Reyes at 818-644-8114 or Detective Santos at 818-644-8024. Anonymous tips may be submitted online or by calling 800-222-8477.