Long Beach, CA (January 7, 2026) – A bicyclist sustained injuries on Monday evening following a hit-and-run crash near the intersection of Clark Ave and E Carson St in Long Beach.
At approximately 5:27 p.m., Long Beach Police and emergency medical personnel responded to reports of a collision involving a vehicle and a bicyclist. Witnesses indicated the driver involved fled the scene immediately after striking the cyclist. The victim suffered injuries and received treatment from paramedics at the location before being transported to a nearby medical facility for continued care.
According to dispatch details, the suspect vehicle was described as a gray Toyota traveling northbound on Clark Ave. No license plate information was available at the time of the report, and authorities are actively investigating the incident as a felony hit-and-run.
Law enforcement continues to review area surveillance footage and gather witness accounts in an effort to locate the driver and determine the full circumstances surrounding the crash.
We extend our thoughts to the injured cyclist and wish them a swift and complete recovery.