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Olympic Area: The Los Angeles Police Department, West Traffic detectives, are investigating a fatal hit-and-run traffic collision that killed a pedestrian.

On September 23, 2023, around 8:30 p.m., a white pickup truck, traveling Southbound Hoover Street, approaching the intersection with Pico Boulevard collided with a male pedestrian.

The Los Angeles Fire Department responded to the scene and provided immediate medical attention to the pedestrian. The pedestrian was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

The driver of the white pickup truck did not stop to identify self and render aid to the pedestrian and fled the scene of the incident. It is unknown if alcohol and/or drugs were a factor in this crash. The investigation is ongoing.

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.

Anyone with information about this collision is asked to contact West Traffic Detectives at (213) 473-0234. During non-business hours or on weekends, calls should be directed to 1-877- LAPD-24-7 (877-527-3247). Anyone wishing to remain anonymous should call CrimeStoppers at 800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477). Tipsters may also contact CrimeStoppers by texting to phone number 274637 (C-R-I-M-E-S on most keypads) with a cell phone. All text messages should begin with the letters “LAPD.” Tipsters may also go to LAPDOnline.org, click on “webtips” and follow the prompts.