Gardena, CA - Man Dead, Driver Arrested After Hit-and-Run at Van Ness Ave

Gardena, CA (February 2, 2025) – Officers arrested a 29-year-old driver after she allegedly collided with another driver in Gardena on Sunday morning, February 2, killing him upon impact, and then fled the scene, police confirmed.

The Gardena Police Department said it received calls around 7:40 a.m. reporting a crash between two vehicles near the intersection of Van Ness Avenue and 135th Street. Arriving officers found the two vehicles at the scene and called in the Los Angeles County Fire Department for a driver who was unresponsive and still in his car.

Despite rendering aid to the man, first responders determined that the man succumbed to injuries suffered during the crash and pronounced him dead at the scene. Officials said they are withholding the identity of the victim pending notification of next of kin. According to officials, the investigation continues at this time, and no further details were provided in the interim.

We offer our deepest condolences to the deceased victim's loved ones. Our thoughts are also with the injured victims and their families at this time.

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