Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Crash Reported in Harbor Gateway Area

Police are actively searching for the hit-and-run suspect of a fatal pedestrian crash that occurred in Los Angeles.

The incident took place on Tuesday night, May 10th, in the Harbor Gateway area.

A driver in an alleged BMW struck a woman in her 30s, causing major injuries. 

The woman was rushed to a hospital where she sadly died as a result of her injuries. 

It was also reported that the driver fled the scene.

Anyone with information is urged to contact authorities at 323-421-2500, 877-LAPD-247, or Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS.

According to statistics, 20% of pedestrian fatalities include fleeing drivers. In addition, 68% of those killed in hit-and-run crashes are pedestrians and bicyclists. 

There was also a 26% increase in pedestrian deaths in California from 2014-2018.

In addition, California’s pedestrian fatality rate is about 25% higher than the national average.

Contact JT Legal Group at (888) 529-3111 if you need legal assistance following an accident.