LAPD searching for driver in near-fatal hit-and-run in North Hollywood

Los Angeles Police Department detectives are searching for the driver of a vehicle that hit a pedestrian in North Hollywood and then fled the scene.

The pedestrian, police said, was taken to the hospital with “severe” injuries.

It happened on Wednesday around 4:35 p.m. on Sherman Way near Coldwater Canyon Boulevard, police said.

The pedestrian was walking outside a crosswalk when they were struck by a white Infiniti sedan that did not stop to identify themselves or provide aid, which is required by law.

Paramedics from the Los Angeles Fire Department arrived on scene and transported the unidentified pedestrian to the hospital with major injuries.

A photo of the actual vehicle involved in the crash was distributed by the LAPD Friday with a reminder about the requirements to pull over after a collision, notify emergency services and remain at the scene.

The City of Los Angeles offers rewards of up to $25,000 for members of the community that provide information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of those who have committed a hit-and-run.

Anyone with information about this particular case is urged to contact LAPD Investigator Reyes at 818-644-8114 or Investigator Santos at 818-644-8024. Anonymous tips can be p rovided online or by calling 800-222-8477.

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