Los Angeles, CA – In the early hours of Wednesday morning, a devastating hit-and-run incident occurred on Western Avenue near Franklin Avenue, resulting in one fatality. The tragic event took place at approximately 1:38 a.m. at an apartment complex located at 1836 N Western Avenue, just south of Franklin Avenue.
According to the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), a sedan crashed into the apartment building, leading to a terrifying scene where one individual was trapped beneath the debris. Emergency responders from the Los Angeles Fire Department arrived quickly, but sadly, they pronounced an adult victim dead at the scene. Meanwhile, a child was transported to a nearby hospital, though their condition remains unknown.
Authorities have confirmed that the vehicle involved in the crash fled the scene without stopping to render assistance. As of now, the exact circumstances that led to this accident are still under investigation, and officials will publicize further details as they become available.
Due to the scarcity of information surrounding the incident, the LAPD is diligently continuing their investigation into the crash.