Horrifying footage released by the Los Angeles Police Department shows a pedestrian being struck and killed by a driver while lying on the road.
The unidentified victim had walked to the middle of Western Avenue near the intersection of Vernon Avenue around 2 a.m. on Dec. 17.
The footage shows the man falling on the street. Police were unable to determine whether he collapsed or fell intentionally.
The man lay in the middle of the street for a few seconds before a woman noticed him on the sidewalk.
Horrifying footage released by the Los Angeles Police Department shows a pedestrian being struck and killed by a driver while lying on the road
The unknown driver is seen ignoring the woman's warning and hitting and killing the victim
The video then shows a car speeding toward the pedestrian as the woman waves her arms violently in the air to signal the car to stop.
The unknown driver is seen ignoring the woman's warning and hitting and killing the victim.
Another four cars drove past the victim after he was hit before the woman ran onto the road to help him.
has reached out to the LAPD for comment.
In a news release, officials said the pedestrian was taken to a local hospital and died from his injuries.
Once the driver is identified, he could face charges of involuntary manslaughter.
Another four cars drove past the victim after he was hit before the woman ran onto the road to help him
In a news release, officials said the pedestrian was taken to a local hospital and died from his injuries
The LAPD also warned drivers and pedestrians in the release about the dangers of speeding and reckless driving.
“Motorists are reminded to drive at a safe speed for the conditions; Speeding and reckless driving have serious consequences.
“If you are involved in a collision, you should stop and stop as soon as it is safe to do so, notify emergency services and remain at the scene of the accident to identify yourself.”
“The public is also reminded that as pedestrians they should follow traffic rules and walk on designated sidewalks such as sidewalks and zebra crossings,” police said.
Authorities are asking anyone with information to contact Detective Lorena Huerta with the Southwest Traffic Division or LA Regional Crime Stoppers.