LAPD Seeks Public's Help After Deadly Electric Scooter Hit-and-Run

Driver fled scene after fatally striking 33-year-old man in South LA

Mar. 29, 2026 at 12:20pm

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LAPD detectives are searching for a motorist who fled the scene after fatally striking a 33-year-old man riding an electric scooter in South Los Angeles. The collision occurred around 5:30 p.m. on March 25 near the intersection of Hoover and 75th streets, but the driver failed to stop, identify themselves, or render aid as required by law.

Why it matters

Hit-and-run incidents involving pedestrians and micromobility users have become an increasing problem in Los Angeles, raising concerns about public safety and the need for better driver accountability. This case highlights the city's efforts to incentivize witnesses to come forward through its Hit-and-Run Reward Program.

The details

According to the LAPD, the victim was riding a scooter when he was struck by an unidentified vehicle. Los Angeles Fire Department paramedics responded to the scene but pronounced the 33-year-old man deceased. The driver fled without stopping or providing any assistance.

  • The collision occurred around 5:30 p.m. on March 25, 2026.

The players

LAPD

The Los Angeles Police Department is leading the investigation and seeking the public's help to identify the driver involved in the fatal hit-and-run incident.

Los Angeles Fire Department

Paramedics from the Los Angeles Fire Department responded to the scene and pronounced the 33-year-old victim deceased.

City Council

The City Council established the Hit-and-Run Reward Program in 2015, which offers up to $50,000 for information leading to the identification, arrest, and conviction of a hit-and-run offender.

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What they’re saying

“Those involved in a collision must pull over safely, contact emergency services, and remain at the location.”

— Detective Elizarraraz and Sergeant Nily, South Traffic Division investigators

What’s next

The LAPD is urging anyone with information about the incident to contact Detective Elizarraraz or Sergeant Nily at (323) 421-2577. After hours, calls should be directed to 1-877-LAPD-24-7. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS or online at lacrimestoppers.org.

The takeaway

This tragic hit-and-run case highlights the ongoing challenges Los Angeles faces in improving safety for pedestrians and micromobility users, as well as the need for stronger driver accountability and community engagement to address the rise in such incidents across the city.