Pedestrian dragged by vehicle, killed in hit-and-run crash in L.A.

A suspect remains at large after a pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run crash in the Arlington Heights neighborhood of Los Angeles.

The crash occurred on Jan. 29 at around 9 p.m. as the male victim crossed Venice Boulevard near St. Andrews Place within a marked crosswalk, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.

That’s when the suspect, who was traveling westbound on Venice Boulevard, struck the victim. The violent impact pushed the person’s body underneath the vehicle, police said.

The victim was dragged underneath until the next street before he was dislodged and the suspect sped away, leaving the pedestrian lying on the road.

Paramedics responded to the crash and transported the victim to a local hospital where, despite life-saving measures, he later died.

The suspect’s car is described as a light-colored SUV or crossover vehicle. Police did not provide a physical description of the person.

The victim was only described as a male. No further details were released. His name is being withheld pending the notification of next of kin.

“Motorists 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,” said LAPD. “Pedestrians are also reminded to use crosswalks and use caution when on the roadway.”

A reward of up to $50,000 is available to anyone who provides information leading to the suspect’s identification, apprehension, and conviction.

Anyone with information is asked to call West Traffic Detectives at 213-473-0234. The public can also call the LAPD at 1-877-527-3247. 

Anonymous tips can be provided to L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at lacrimestoppers.org.