Fatal Hit-and-Run Traffic Collision 

September 21, 2026 – Van Nuys, CA – Los Angeles Police Department officials report that detectives with the Valley Traffic Division are investigating a fatal hit-and-run traffic collision that killed a man.

On September 18, 2026, around 3:45 a.m., a pedestrian was crossing the street just west of Sherman Circle when he was struck by a small, dark-colored SUV traveling eastbound on Sherman Way. A witness who was also driving on Sherman Way saw the pedestrian get hit and immediately pulled over to call 911. The driver failed to stop, identify themselves, and render aid as required by law, and fled the area.

Los Angeles Fire Department paramedics responded to the scene and transported the pedestrian to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries. The pedestrian, a Hispanic man in his 30s, was later pronounced deceased.

Drivers are reminded that if they become involved in a collision, they should pull over and stop as soon as it is safe to do so, notify emergency services, and remain at the scene to identify themselves.

On April 15, 2015, the City Council amended the Los Angeles Administrative Code and created a Hit-and-Run Reward Program Trust Fund. A reward of up to $50,000 is available to community members that provide information leading to the offender’s identification, apprehension, and conviction or resolution through a civil compromise.

Anyone with information about this collision is asked to contact Valley Traffic Division Officer Reyes at (818) 644-8114 or Officer Lozon at (818) 644-8117. During non-business hours or on weekends, calls should be directed to 1-877-LAPD-24-7 (877-527-3247). Anyone wishing to remain anonymous should call CrimeStoppers at 800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477). Tipsters may also contact CrimeStoppers by texting to phone number 274637 (C-R-I-M-E-S on most keypads) with a cell phone. All text messages should begin with the letters “LAPD.” Tipsters may also go to LAPDOnline.org, click on “webtips” and follow the prompts.

Source: Los Angeles Police Department