The driver in a fatal hit-and-run was arrested after he returned to the scene of the crime in Los Angeles, officials confirmed.
Around 1:10 a.m. on May 2, according to the LAPD, a pedestrian was crossing Sherman Way, just east of Independence Avenue, when a black Mercedes-Benz fatally struck him.
The victim was only identified as a man in his 60s.
After hitting the victim, LAPD said the driver continued eastbound on Sherman Way, failing to stop, identify themselves or provide aid – as required by law.
Fire paramedics responded to the scene and pronounced the man dead. LAPD said his name is being withheld pending next of kin notification.
Then, while detectives were actively conducting their investigation, the hit-and-run driver returned to the scene.
Details are limited, but police said he was interviewed and identified as 29-year-old Marvin Edgardo Pineda, a Northridge resident and the driver of a 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE53.
Pineda was arrested and booked at the LAPD Van Nuys Jail for a felony hit and run.
“Motorists are reminded that if they become involved in a collision, they should pull over and stop as soon as it is safe to do so, notify emergency services, and remain at the scene to identify themselves,” police said in a release.
Anyone with information about this collision is asked to contact Valley Traffic Division Detectives, Officer Takishita at 818-644-8116 or Officer Reyes at 818-644-8114.
During non-business hours or on weekends, calls should be directed to 1-877-LAPD-24-7 (1-877-527-3247).
Anyone wishing to remain anonymous should call the L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers at 1- 800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477) or go directly to www.lacrimestoppers.org.
