Los Angeles, CA (November 4, 2025) – Authorities are investigating a hit-and-run crash that left an elderly man injured on Monday evening, November 3, in the 2600 block of Humboldt Street in Los Angeles.
According to dispatch communications, officers from the LAPD Temple Division responded to the scene after reports of a collision involving a blue Ford F-150 pickup truck with New Mexico license plate number 8ADV93. The suspect vehicle, described as a dark-colored Dodge Charger, fled the area before law enforcement arrived.
When officers reached the scene, they located an elderly male victim who had sustained a head injury. Paramedics from the Los Angeles Fire Department provided immediate on-scene medical assistance before transporting the man to a nearby hospital for further treatment. His condition has not yet been released.
Authorities are actively investigating the cause of the collision and are working to identify the driver who fled the scene. Officers are reviewing surveillance footage and interviewing witnesses to gather information that may help locate the suspect vehicle. The investigation remains ongoing under TAC 201.
We extend our thoughts to the injured man and wish him a full and swift recovery.
Hit-and-Run Collisions in Los Angeles
Hit-and-run incidents continue to pose serious challenges across Los Angeles, where dense traffic and narrow streets create hazardous conditions for both drivers and pedestrians. When a driver flees the scene of an accident, it delays medical assistance for the victim and significantly complicates the investigative process.
According to the California Office of Traffic Safety, Los Angeles consistently records one of the highest rates of hit-and-run collisions statewide, many of which result in severe or life-threatening injuries. These crashes often occur due to reckless driving, speeding, or impaired judgment. Leaving the scene of an accident is a felony offense in California, carrying severe penalties for those found responsible.
Victims of hit-and-run accidents often face costly medical bills, long-term rehabilitation, and emotional distress as they recover. Many also experience frustration and uncertainty when the at-fault driver cannot be immediately identified. Legal support can help victims explore their options for compensation through uninsured motorist coverage, restitution, or civil legal action.
At Countrywide Trial Lawyers, we represent victims injured in hit-and-run and other motor vehicle accidents throughout Los Angeles County. Our firm works diligently to investigate each case, identify responsible parties, and pursue full compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages.
For more information or to schedule a free consultation with our car accident lawyer, contact Countrywide Trial Lawyers today at (844)-844-9119.
