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Collision Investigation detectives are seeking the public’s help to identify the driver and vehicle involved in a July 25, 2026 injury hit-and-run traffic collision at the intersection of Market Street and Elm Avenue.
The preliminary investigation indicates that at approximately 6:21 p.m., a 16-year-old male and a 17-year-old male were riding motorized dirtbikes, travelling westbound on Market Street, when they were struck by a gray-colored Ford Fusion travelling northbound on Elm Avenue. The Ford fled the scene.
Both teenagers were transported to the hospital. The 16-year-old sustained critical injuries. The 17-year-old sustained moderate injuries.
The suspect vehicle was described as a gray-colored, four door, Ford Fusion.
Anyone who may have witnessed this collision or who has information on the vehicle or driver is asked to contact Collision Investigation Detail Detective Joseph Johnson at (562) 570-7132. Anonymous tips may be submitted through "LA Crime Stoppers" by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), downloading the "P3 TIPS" app to your smartphone (available at the Apple App store and Google Play), or visiting www.LACrimeStoppers.org.