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Los Angeles, CA (January 8, 2026) – A hit-and-run incident at the intersection of W Slauson Ave and S Western Ave left at least one person injured midday Monday, prompting a swift emergency response.
The incident occurred around 12:25 p.m. PST when a vehicle struck a pedestrian or another vehicle and fled the scene before authorities arrived. Witnesses at the intersection alerted 911, and Los Angeles Fire Department crews, along with paramedics, arrived shortly after to assist the injured individual. Medical teams rendered aid at the scene, treating a range of injuries caused by the impact.
Details about the individual’s condition have not been released, though initial reports confirm that they sustained injuries requiring immediate attention. The area was temporarily blocked off while emergency services tended to the victim and law enforcement began collecting evidence.
Investigators with the Los Angeles Police Department have launched a search for the driver involved, who fled without stopping to render aid or provide information. Surveillance footage from nearby businesses and traffic cameras is being reviewed as part of the ongoing investigation.
We extend our heartfelt thoughts to the injured individual and hope for a full and speedy recovery.
