Los Angeles, California – Authorities are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a driver who struck and killed a 30-year-old man riding a bicycle in South Los Angeles’ Vermont-Slauson area, then fled without stopping.
According to the Los Angeles Police Department, the deadly collision took place as the motorist was speeding eastbound on 67th Street and struck the cyclist, who was traveling east on Flower Street.
The driver failed to stop and was last seen heading east on 67th Street toward Grand Avenue. At this time, authorities have not released a description of the suspect vehicle.
Paramedics with the Los Angeles Fire Department transported the injured cyclist to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
Anyone with details regarding the incident is encouraged to contact Officer Lozada at the LAPD South Traffic Division.
Source: My News LA
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