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VAN NUYS, Los Angeles County, Calif., Nov. 7, 2026 — A pedestrian died on Thursday evening, November 5, after a driver struck him near Victory Boulevard and Cedros Avenue in Van Nuys and fled, the Los Angeles Police Department said.
Officers were called to the intersection around 6:05 p.m. after the vehicle hit the man and did not stop. The driver and vehicle remain unidentified, and no description has been released.
A second, unrelated vehicle that was at the scene stopped, and its occupants reportedly tried to help the pedestrian before he died. Investigators have not said whether the man was crossing at the intersection or elsewhere nearby.
Metro detoured bus service in both directions between Victory and Van Nuys boulevards and between Oxnard Street and Kester Avenue starting around 7:50 p.m. while officers worked the scene. The detour was expected to remain in place until 11 p.m. The hit-and-run remains under investigation, and anyone with information has been asked to contact police.
Our sympathies are with the family of the person who lost their life.
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How does a vehicle's speed affect a pedestrian's chances of survival?
Higher speeds mean more force on impact and less time for a driver to stop or swerve, which raises the likelihood of severe or fatal injury compared to lower-speed crashes.
Where do most pedestrian crashes happen?
Many occur at or near intersections and crosswalks, though a significant number also happen when a pedestrian crosses outside a marked crossing or in areas with limited lighting.
Are pedestrian crashes more common after dark?
Reduced visibility at night makes it harder for drivers to see people on foot, and a large share of fatal pedestrian crashes nationally occur during evening and nighttime hours.
What should a pedestrian do after being hit by a car?
Call 911 immediately, try not to move if injured, get medical evaluation even for injuries that seem minor, and get the names of any witnesses or responding officers for the police report.
