Man Killed in Hit-and-Run at Willow Street and Myrtle Avenue [Long Beach, CA]

Pedestrian Dies after Struck by Hit-and-Run Driver on Willow Street in Long Beach

 
LONG BEACH, CA (October 19, 2021) – A man was killed in a hit-and-run crash at Willow Street and Myrtle Avenue Sunday evening.
 
The fatal crash happened around 7:50 p.m. on October 17, near Signal Hill. According to the Long Beach Police Department, the man was crossing southbound in an unmarked crosswalk when a red sedan struck him.
 
After hitting the victim, the driver fled the scene and did not return.
 
Responding emergency crews rushed the man to a hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. The victim’s identity was withheld pending notification of his family members.
 
At this time, it is unknown if alcohol, drugs, or speed played a role in the crash. Further investigation is underway.
 
Police asked anyone with information to call them at 562-570-5130, or Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS.

We would like to express our sincere condolences to the bereaved family and friends of the victim.

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