Man Killed In Hit-And-Run Crash On PCH In Long Beach

LONG BEACH, CA — The Long Beach Police Department sought the public's help in identifying the driver of a black Chevrolet SUV who fled the scene after striking a pedestrian, resulting in the man's death.

Officers were dispatched to Pacific Coast Highway and Temple Avenue near Long Beach City College at 8:29 p.m. Thursday night after receiving reports of a man lying in the middle of the road. According to police the man was struck by a vehicle that fled the scene.

"The pedestrian was crossing Pacific Coast Highway in a southeastern direction outside of any crosswalk west of Temple Avenue," a statement from LBPD stated. "The Chevrolet continued westbound Pacific Coast Highway, fleeing the scene."

The man was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead due to his injuries. The man's identity is being withheld pending notification of his family.

Anyone who may have insight is urged to call LBPD Detective S. Loughlin at 562-570-7355. Anonymous reports can be made by calling 800-222-8477 or online at lacrimestoppers.org.