Fatal Hit and Run Investigation NA24136jl

WHAT:
News Conference

WHEN:
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
10:00 a.m.

WHERE:
LAPD South Traffic Division
4125 South Crenshaw Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90008

WHO:
LAPD Commander Craig Valenzuela, Traffic Group
LAPD Detective III Ryan Moreno, South Traffic Division Detectives
LAPD Detective I Gerald Chavarria, South Traffic Division, Investigating Officer
Family members of Ms. Latesha Washington

DETAILS:
On August 16, 2024, around 10:00 p.m., a white sedan traveling southbound on Central Avenue near 88th Street struck and killed 43-year-old Latesha Washington as she crossed the street. The driver of the vehicle fled the scene without rendering aid to the victim, violating the law. Paramedics with the Los Angeles Fire Department responded to the scene and pronounced the victim deceased. LAPD South Traffic Division detectives are now seeking the public's assistance in identifying the suspect's vehicle.

Additionally, there will be a discussion about the recent street takeovers in South Los Angeles over Labor Day weekend, which caused disruptions at major intersections.

CONTACT:
For additional information, please contact Detective Gerald Chavarria, South Traffic Division at (213) 924-3621