One Dead after Heated Argument Results in Crash in Downtown Los Angeles

LOS ANGELES, CA (December 1, 2021)A man died after a deadly car collision on South Alameda Street early Wednesday morning.

The incident occurred around 2:15 a.m., according to authorities. Emergency crews responded to the scene shortly after receiving multiple dispatch calls.

Witnesses say the suspect and the victim were arguing before the incident. Eventually, the suspect jumped into his BMW and ran the victim over.

Consequently, responders sent the 26-year-old male pedestrian to a local hospital where he later died.

Currently, police are looking for the offender who is yet to be identified. Moreover, authorities described the vehicle as a white BMW with California license plate no. 6FLA181.

Authorities could not release any information regarding said conflict at this time. Additionally, police said investigators are treating the case as a homicide instead of a hit-and-run.

Anyone with relevant information is urged to contact authorities.


The team at Sweet James sends their warm and sincerest sympathies go out to the friends and family of the deceased. May the memories of your loved one give you strength in the days ahead.


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