**Crime alert update**
On January 15th, 2012, at approximately 5:45AM, a severe injury Vehicle Vs. Pedestrian traffic collision occurred at Whitsett Avenue and Cumpston Street, in North Hollywood. The suspected driver fled the scene without rendering aid identifying him/herself.
The victim was transported to Cedars Sinai Hospital in critical condition by LAFD personnel. The victim, Ronald Verville, 40 years old, of North Hollywood, remains in critical condition.
**Updated Information**
The investigation has revealed that the suspect’s car is possibly: a 1992-1997 Ford F150, 250, or 350 truck, or a Bronco Sport Utility Vehicle, or SUV. The color of the truck has not yet been identified. The truck will be missing the passenger side front head light and turn signal marker.
The investigation is continuing and Valley Traffic Detectives are searching for additional witnesses that may have observed the collision.
If further information is needed, please contact Police Officer 3+1 D. Larkin, Valley Traffic Division Detectives, at (818) 644-8036 or (818) 644-8020. During non-business hours or on weekends, calls should be directed to 1-877-LAPD-24-7. Anyone wishing to remain anonymous should call Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477). Tipsters may also contact Crimstoppers by texting to phone number 274637(C-R-I-M-E-S on most keypads) with a cell phone. All text messages should begin with the letters “LAPD.” Tipsters may also go to LAPDOnline.org click on “webtips” and follow the prompts.
DR# 12-15-04723
Incident # 120115001035
P-3+1 D. Larkin, Serial No. 31742
Investigator, Valley Traffic Division Detectives
(818) 644-8036
or
D-3 W. Bustos, Serial No. 25029
Officer In Charge, Valley Traffic Division Detectives
(818) 644-8021
** See attached photo of the car parts left at the scene of the crime.
