Driver arrested for deadly Long Beach hit-and-run that killed bicyclist

Christopher Bryant turned himself in after fleeing the scene of the crash that killed a woman on her bike

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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A 40-year-old Long Beach man named Christopher Bryant has been arrested for a hit-and-run crash that killed a woman riding her bicycle on Saturday afternoon. Bryant allegedly ran a stop sign at a high rate of speed, colliding with the bicyclist, who was pronounced dead at a nearby hospital. Bryant fled the scene but turned himself in to police on Wednesday.

Why it matters

Hit-and-run crashes involving pedestrians and cyclists are an ongoing public safety concern in many cities, with drivers sometimes fleeing the scene to avoid responsibility. This incident highlights the tragic consequences of such reckless behavior and the importance of holding drivers accountable for their actions.

The details

According to police, on Saturday, February 11 around 4:45 p.m., Bryant was allegedly driving his 2025 Hyundai Sonata at a high rate of speed when he ran a stop sign at the intersection of Redondo Avenue and Second Street in Long Beach, colliding with the female bicyclist. She was taken to a nearby hospital but pronounced dead. Bryant initially fled the scene but turned himself in to the Long Beach Police Department on Wednesday morning. He was booked on charges of vehicular manslaughter, hit-and-run involving death/great bodily injury, and reckless driving.

  • The crash occurred on Saturday, February 11 around 4:45 p.m.
  • Bryant turned himself in to police on Wednesday morning.

The players

Christopher Bryant

A 40-year-old man from Long Beach who was arrested for the hit-and-run crash that killed a female bicyclist.

Long Beach Police Department

The law enforcement agency investigating the hit-and-run incident and making the arrest.

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What’s next

Bryant's bail was set at $50,000, and the judge will determine if he will be allowed out on bail as the investigation continues.

The takeaway

This tragic hit-and-run incident serves as a sobering reminder of the importance of driver accountability and the need for continued efforts to improve road safety for pedestrians and cyclists in cities like Long Beach.