Elderly Man Critical after Hit-and-Run Crash on Mott Street [Los Angeles, CA]

Hit-and-Run Vehicle Involved in Scooter Crash on Mott Street at Whittier Boulevard in Los Angeles

 
LOS ANGELES, CA (December 4, 2020) – An elderly man suffered critical injuries after a hit-and-run crash on Mott Street on Friday morning.
 
According to the California Highway Patrol, the collision happened at Whittier Boulevard around 10:35 AM.
 
Based on a report, the victim was crossing the street on his seated scooter at the time of the crash. Due to unknown reasons, a vehicle struck him. Subsequently, the impact knocked him off his scooter, allowing the compact SUV to drag him for half a block.
 
The driver stopped and a witness helped him dislodge the scooter from the vehicle, then the man fled the scene.
 
As a result, the Los Angeles Police Department said the victim is now in critical condition.
 
The Los Angeles Police Department’s Central Traffic Division described the vehicle as a silver Mazda CX-5. At this point, an investigation into the case is ongoing.
 
Authorities remind motorists to not leave the scene after a crash. However, wait for the authorities and rescue team to arrive after an accident. Above all, always drive safely to avoid any accidents.

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