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LAPD looking for hit-and-run driver that killed pedestrian in Canoga Park

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Published  December 17, 2024 1:26pm PST
Canoga Park
FOX 11

The Brief

    • The fatal hit-and-run happened Dec. 6 around 5:15 p.m.
    • Police say the driver struck the pedestrian then fled.
    • LAPD released video of the crash in hopes the public can identify the driver and vehicle. 

LOS ANGELES - Detectives with the Los Angeles Police Department have released surveillance video of a fatal hit-and-run in Canoga Park, hoping the public can identify the driver involved. 

The crash happened December 06, around 5:15 p.m. on De Soto Avenue, just north of Gresham Street. 

Police say a man in his 40's was crossing De Soto Ave. when a gray or silver vehicle struck him.

The driver kept going, and failed to stop.

The pedestrian died at the scene. His name has not been released by police.

Detectives are urging the public to come forward with any information regarding the fatal hit-and-run.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Valley Traffic Division, Investigator Olson at (818) 644-8022 or Detective Martinez at (818) 644-8033. During non-business hours, or on weekends, calls should be directed to 1-877-LAPD-24-7 (1-877-527-3247). Anyone wishing to remain anonymous should call the L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477) or visit lacrimestoppers.org. 

The Source 

  • Information for this story was provided by the Los Angeles Police Department. 

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