Family members of a 22-year-old man killed by a hit-and-run motorist in Koreatown are heartbroken and furious someone would simply drive away after such a tragic incident.
The deadly collision occurred at around 6 a.m. Thursday morning near the intersection of 6th and Catalina streets as the victim was riding his skateboard, officials said.
In surveillance footage captured by a nearby business, the driver of a gray four-door sedan is seen traveling westbound on Catalina Street when they collided with the skateboarder who was approaching 6th Street, killing him.
The grainy footage of the crash did not, however, provide investigators with any additional information about who was behind the wheel of the car.
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A 22-year-old man riding a skateboard was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Koreatown on March 27, 2025. (KTLA) -
A 22-year-old man riding a skateboard was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Koreatown on March 27, 2025. (KTLA) -
A 22-year-old man riding a skateboard was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Koreatown on March 27, 2025. (KTLA) -
A 22-year-old man riding a skateboard was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Koreatown on March 27, 2025. (KTLA)
It is unclear if authorities were able to find footage of the crash from other surrounding businesses that provided a clearer view of the incident.
While police scoured the scene for evidence, closing 6th Street between Berendo Street and Kenmore Avenue for more than two hours, a white canopy covering the remains of the 22-year-old could be seen, as well as one of his shoes knocked loose from the impact and broken pieces of his skateboard.
Authorities said the impact of the crash was so severe that it also left a trail of vehicle parts in the area, which might aid detectives in locating the driver.
So far, the coroner has not released the identity of the young man.
Distraught family members who gathered at the scene and did not want to speak with the press only said they hope the hit-and-run suspect does the right thing and comes forward.
