LOS ANGELES, CA – A woman tragically lost her life early Tuesday morning after being struck by a vehicle while crossing the street with her boyfriend in the Baldwin Hills neighborhood of South Los Angeles.
The incident occurred around 1:30 a.m. as the couple was crossing La Cienega Boulevard near Obama Boulevard. According to the Los Angeles Police Department, the woman was hit by a dark-colored Toyota Camry, which then fled the scene without stopping. Authorities have not yet released the identity of the victim.
Sgt. Kevin Ahlemeir of the LAPD indicated that investigators are actively pursuing leads. “There is evidence left behind, so we’re doing some follow-up and further investigation right now,” he said.
Footage from a local media outlet captured the heart-wrenching moment when the woman’s grieving boyfriend was seen mourning beside her lifeless body. The emotional scene underscored the devastating impact of the hit-and-run.
Police are meticulously searching for any debris from the Toyota Camry that might have been left at the scene. They are also reviewing surveillance footage and seeking witnesses who might have seen the incident or the vehicle involved, in hopes of identifying the driver responsible.
The community is urged to come forward with any information that could assist in the investigation. The LAPD is determined to bring justice to the victim and her family.