Pedestrian killed after two separate vehicles struck him as he was crossing a street in Atwater Village and then fled the scene.

Modified Date: 
Wed, 09/24/2014 - 11:22am
Accident Date: 
Wednesday, February 12, 2014

Two Hit-and-Run Drivers Kill Pedestrian in Atwater Village.

Police are looking for two hit-and-run drivers that left a pedestrian dead in Atwater Village Thursday night.

Atwater Village fatal hit-and-run: 2 suspects sought.

A search is underway for two suspects connected to a hit-and-run accident that left a man dead in Atwater Village.

Police are looking for two hit-and-run drivers that left a pedestrian dead in Atwater Village Thursday night.

The collisions occurred on Riverside Drive just south of Fletcher Drive at approximately 10 p.m. The man was crossing the street when he was struck by a car traveling southbound on Riverside Drive, according to LAPD.

He was then struck by a second vehicle and dragged a short distance, police said.

Both drivers left the scene without stopping to identify themselves or render aid. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.

One of the vehicles involved is believed to be a Kia or Hyundai with damage on the left side.

The victim has not been identified. He is approximately 45 years old. He was wearing dark clothing at the time of the crash.

People Involved: 
Roadway: 
Riverside Drive

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