Full Notification

Los Angeles- On November 17, 2014, at approximately 10:30 p.m., a severe injury vehicle vs. pedestrian hit and run traffic collision occurred on Central Avenue just south of 23^rd Street in Newton Area.  The collision occurred when Carlos Cuellar, 54 years old and a resident of Los Angeles, was crossing westbound on Central Avenue and was struck by a vehicle traveling southbound in the number 2 lane of Central Avenue.  The driver sped from the scene and failed to identify himself or render aid to Mr. Cuellar.   

According to witnesses the suspect was driving an older model Honda Accord, black in color with 4 doors.  There was no description of the driver.  Cuellar was transported to LAC+USC Medical Center by paramedics from LAFD.  He suffered severe head and body trauma and is listed in extreme critical condition.

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.