> At a Glance
> – A man in his 60s died after being struck by three separate vehicles Dec. 23 on Ventura Boulevard
> – White cargo van, white SUV and sedan all fled eastbound after hitting the victim
> – $25,000 reward for tips leading to arrest and conviction
> – Why it matters: Hit-and-run drivers remain at large, prompting LAPD to seek public help and remind drivers of legal duty to stop
A deadly chain-reaction hit-and-run unfolded in Studio City when three motorists struck a man already down on Ventura Boulevard and sped away, leaving investigators with only vehicle descriptions and a plea for witnesses.
The Collision Sequence
The tragedy began at 5:40 p.m. on Dec. 23 when a white cargo van traveling east on Ventura Boulevard ran over the foot of a man sitting in the roadway at Van Noord Avenue.
Instead of stopping, the van continued east. Moments later, a white SUV and a sedan also struck the victim-still lying in the street-and both drivers fled in the same direction.
Los Angeles Fire Department paramedics arrived and pronounced the man, believed to be in his 60s, dead at the scene. His identity has not yet been released.
Investigation & Reward
LAPD Valley Traffic Division detectives are canvassing the area for surveillance footage and eyewitnesses. The only leads so far:
- Vehicle 1: White cargo van, eastbound on Ventura Boulevard
- Vehicle 2: White SUV, eastbound on Ventura Boulevard
- Vehicle 3: Sedan, eastbound on Ventura Boulevard
A $25,000 reward is available for information that results in the identification, arrest, and conviction of any of the drivers.
LAPD reminder: State law requires drivers involved in a collision to stop safely, call 911, and remain at the scene to identify themselves.
How to Help
Anyone with dash-cam footage or who saw the incident is urged to contact:
- Detective Martinez: 818-644-8033
- Officer Hansen: 818-644-8255
- After hours: 877-527-3247
- Anonymous tips: Crime Stoppers at lacrimestoppers.org
Key Takeaways
- Three drivers struck the same pedestrian within minutes and all fled
- Victim was pronounced dead at Ventura Blvd & Van Noord Ave
- $25,000 reward posted for information leading to conviction
- Police emphasize legal duty to stop and render aid after any collision
Investigators hope the reward and public pressure will compel witnesses-or the drivers themselves-to come forward before the case goes cold.
