Frightening Hit-and-Run Near Highway 110 Injures Woman [Los Angeles, CA]

Los Angeles, CA (August 16, 2025) – Police responded to reports of gunfire early Sunday morning in Downtown Los Angeles and discovered a woman who had been struck by a vehicle in an apparent hit-and-run near Highway 110.

According to LAPD, the vehicle did not stop after hitting the victim near Venice Boulevard under the 110 Freeway.

Friends stayed with her until paramedics arrived, and Los Angeles Fire Department crews rushed her to a nearby hospital for treatment.

The case remains under investigation as authorities work to identify the driver.

Hit-and-Run is a Crime

A hit-and-run is a deadly offense that endangers lives and robs victims of their right to assistance. If you’re in an accident, do not leave the scene and check for injuries, 911 should be called immediately. Leaving can lead to criminal charges, even if the crash appears to be minor. As a driver, own it — someone’s life could hang in the balance.

If you observe a hit-and-run, report it and give any information you can. Assistance to law enforcement can really make a difference. Each of us can do our part to drive responsibly and with integrity, and to get everyone the help they need after a crash.

Hit-and-run crashes leave victims vulnerable and delay lifesaving care. If you are involved in an accident, always stop and call for help—lives depend on it.

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File a Personal Injury Claim in Case of Vehicle Crash

A personal injury claim following a traffic collision is a legal process that allows an injured party to seek compensation for physical, emotional, and financial harm caused by the accident. These claims arise when a driver’s negligence, recklessness, or intentional actions lead to an accident resulting in injuries.

The first step in pursuing a personal injury claim is to establish fault. This normally involved gathering evidence such as police reports, witness statements, traffic camera footage, and photographs of the accident scene. A skilled attorney from Sweet Lawyers can help establish who was responsible for the accident, which is indeed, necessary for determining liability.

Once fault is established, the injured party can then pursue compensation for damages which may include but are not limited to medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, and pain and suffering. Consequently, medical documentation and expert testimony are essential for proving the extent of the injuries and their impact on the victim’s life.

Meanwhile, it’s important to note that the statute of limitations, or the time frame within which a personal injury claim must be filed, varies by state. Meaning if a claim is not filed within this window, the victim and the family of the victim may lose the right to seek compensation.

A personal injury claim in case of a traffic collision can be complex, but it offers an essential avenue that helps the victims to recover damages and hold negligent drivers accountable.

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