Hit-and-Run Crash on Slauson Avenue Results in Fatality

30-Year-Old Woman Dead in Hit-and-Run Crash on Slauson Avenue [Los Angeles, CA]

LAPD Investigates Deadly Crash in South LA

Los Angeles, CA (February 23, 2026) – A 30-year-old woman riding a mobility scooter was killed in a hit-and-run crash on Slauson Avenue early Sunday morning.

It was past 1 a.m. when the deadly collision happened near Denver Avenue, in South LA.

Immediately, rescuers rushed the woman to a hospital where she died.

Troopers said the victim was traveling north when she was hit possibly by a 2000s Chevrolet Tahoe or Suburban.

Police ask anyone who may have details on this fatal crash to call LAPD South Traffic Division detectives at 323-421-2577, or during non-business hours and weekends, at 877-527-3247. Those who wish to report anonymously may call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477 or visit lacrimestoppers.org.

Sweet Lawyers express sympathies to the bereaved family of the deceased. Our hearts are with you through these trying times.

What Can Be Done Following a Deadly Crash?

Nowadays, unexpected death can happen anytime. Sadly, a person’s negligence can have devastating effects on other people.

Thus, knowing that when a person dies due to another’s negligence or misconduct, the bereaved can sue the negligent parties for the damages that they caused.

Some of the situations that could result in a wrongful death are homicide, medical malpractice, traffic accidents, and more.

Additionally, when the bereaved files for a wrongful death claim, economic and non-economic damages are taken into consideration. These can include high medical bills, loss of benefits, funeral services costs, emotional distress, loss of income, and much more.

Our litigators here at Sweet Lawyers would love to tell you more about a possible wrongful death case and how it can help you and your family.

To the loved ones of the deceased, you do not have to face the aftermath alone. Reach out to us at (800) 674-7852. Our legal team would love to discuss a possible legal case concerning this deadly collision.

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