Overview
- The collision occurred around 4:55 a.m. as a vehicle entered The Plant Shopping Center from Van Nuys Boulevard between Arminta and Blythe streets.
- A 40-year-old Van Nuys woman was pronounced dead at the scene by Los Angeles Fire Department paramedics, and her name has not been released.
- Police say the driver fled without stopping to help, and detectives have not announced any arrest or suspect identification.
- Investigators are asking anyone who was on Van Nuys Boulevard near Blythe and Arminta around 4:55 a.m. to report what they saw.
- Tips can be directed to LAPD at (818) 644-8255, with additional lines at 877-527-3247 or anonymously via Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477 or lacrimestoppers.org.