![[05-08-2025] 57-Year-Old Pedestrian Killed in Hit-And-Run Crash at South Figueroa and West 146th Streets in Harbor Gateway](https://ak1.to//loGj.webp)
A pedestrian was killed following a hit-and-run crash east of Gardena early Thursday morning, May 8, 2025.
According to the Los Angeles Police Department, the collision was reported at approximately 2:40 a.m. at South Figueroa and West 146th streets in the Harbor Gateway area.
Authorities said a vehicle traveling southbound on South Figueroa collided with the 57-year-old pedestrian.
Emergency personnel from the Los Angeles Fire Department pronounced the victim dead at the scene.
Police reported that the driver fled the scene without stopping to assist the victim. No description of the suspect or the vehicle was immediately available.
The crash remains under investigation.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
