Full Notification

On June 28, 2014, at approximately 12:15 p.m., Fernando Valdivia, 71 years old, was standing near a gasoline station island at the Mobil gas station located at 245 W. Slauson Avenue when he was struck by a hit and run vehicle. The driver of the vehicle stopped briefly then left the scene without identifying himself or rendering aid. Mr. Valdivia suffered fractures to his left leg and left arm and was transported to California Hospital Medical Center by paramedics from LAFD. He was admitted into the hospital and is listed in stable condition.

The hit and run vehicle is described as a 2000-2005 red Chevy Silverado pick-up truck, with an extended cab. The driver is a male, Hispanic, black hair, 5’6”, 170 Lbs., 30-40 years old. Witnesses were unable to obtain the license plate number.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the LAPD Central Traffic Division Detectives at (213) 833-3713 or Detective Felix Padilla at (213) 486-0753 or Central Traffic Division Watch Commander at (213) 486-8344. During non-business hours or on weekends, calls should be directed to 1-877-LAPD-24-7 (877-527-3247). Anyone wishing to remain anonymous should call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477). Tipsters may also contact Crime Stoppers 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.