Koreatown, CA: Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accident at 5th Street and Western Avenue, October 5
Person Critically Injured in Koreatown Pedestrian Accident at 5th Street and Western Avenue
Los Angeles, California (October 7, 2019) – A pedestrian was critically injured in an alleged hit-and-run crash in the Koreatown neighborhood, according to a local news report.
The accident happened at around 4:50 p.m.Saturday, October 4 near 5th Street and Western Avenue.
According to authorities, the pedestrian was struck by a vehicle that was traveling westbound on 5th Street.
Pedestrian Struck, Injured by Vehicle in Koreatown Saturday, October 4
Emergency crews responded to the scene and found the victim lying in the road and suffering from life-threatening injuries as a result of the crash. The patient was taken to a hospital in critical condition.
The name and condition of the pedestrian were not immediately available.
The driver of the vehicle involved did not stop to render aid and fled the scene. The suspect vehicle was described as a black car, possibly a Hyundai Elantra.
An investigation into the accident is ongoing. Anyone with information about the crash is urged to call authorities at 213- 473-0234 or the CrimeStoppers at 800-222-8477.
Pacific Attorney Group hopes that the person injured in this crash will get well soon.
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