Man killed in San Fernando Valley hit-and-run

Police searching for driver who fled the scene on Winnetka Avenue

Apr. 11, 2026 at 5:06pm

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A pedestrian in his 30s was struck and killed by a vehicle in the San Fernando Valley late Friday night. The driver failed to stop and fled the scene southbound on Winnetka Avenue, according to the Los Angeles Police Department. The victim has not been publicly identified.

Why it matters

Hit-and-run crashes are an ongoing problem in Los Angeles, with the city seeing a high number of pedestrian fatalities each year. This incident highlights the need for improved road safety measures and better accountability for drivers who leave the scene of a collision.

The details

The collision occurred around 10 p.m. on Winnetka Avenue at the intersection of Sherman Way. The unidentified male pedestrian in his 30s was crossing the street outside of a marked crosswalk when he was struck by a vehicle. The driver failed to stop and continued driving southbound on Winnetka Avenue.

  • The incident was reported to police around 10 p.m. on Friday, April 11, 2026.

The players

Los Angeles Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the fatal hit-and-run collision.

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What’s next

Police are actively searching for the driver who fled the scene and are asking anyone with information to come forward.

The takeaway

This tragedy underscores the importance of improved road safety measures, enhanced driver accountability, and the need for the public's help in solving hit-and-run cases to prevent further loss of life on Los Angeles streets.