Motorcyclist John Spata, 56, killed in hit-and-run crash at Peck Road and Lower Azusa in El Monte, California
Modified Date:
Fri, 03/04/2022 - 5:21pmAccident Date:
Saturday, February 20, 2021Motorcyclist in El Monte Killed in Crash With Vehicle That Drove Away
According to ABC7, surveillance video captured the hit-and-run crash and shows a 2014, four-door dark-colored truck with chrome bumpers turning into the path of the biker before driving off.
Authorities seeking public's help in deadly hit-and-run crash caught on camera in El Monte
Surveillance video captured a hit-and-run crash that left a motorcyclist dead in El Monte.
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El Monte Police Sgt. Roger Covian said the truck is believed to be a black, 4-door Toyota Tacoma with chrome bumpers, "which makes it a little more unique." Given the crash, the truck likely has a damaged front end, Covian said.
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Type: Motorcycle Accident
Topics:
Hit and RunPeople Involved:
John Spata
Roadway:
Peck Road and Lower AzusaCity:
El Monte, CACounty:
Los Angeles County, CAArea:
Los Angeles, CA
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