Heartbreaking Hit-and-Run Tragedy Shakes L.A.’s Westlake Neighborhood A devastating hit-and-run incident in Los Angeles’s Westlake neighborhood has left a mother dead and her son critically injured, according to witnesses at the scene. The collision occurred at the intersection of Wilshire Boulevard and Burlington Avenue, and LAPD officials received calls about the incident at 5:20 p.m. on Sunday evening. Preliminary investigation suggests that the driver was traveling east on Wilshire Boulevard when their vehicle veered onto the curb, striking a traffic light before colliding with the two pedestrians. Tragically, one of the victims, who remains unidentified, was pronounced dead at the scene. The other victim, a woman in her late 50s, was transported to a nearby hospital in critical condition. Witnesses at the crash site have reported that the two pedestrians involved in the collision were a mother and her son, although authorities have not confirmed their relationship. The loss of a life and the critical injuries sustained in this hit-and-run serve as a painful reminder of the importance of responsible driving and the devastating consequences of reckless behavior on the road. Following the collision, the driver, a 31-year-old man, fled the scene. However, he was apprehended by a nearby patrol officer. Another individual has been taken into custody but has not been arrested at this time, as confirmed by the LAPD. Video footage captured at the scene by KTLA shows a wrecked black sedan on the sidewalk, with debris scattered across the intersection. The exact cause of the crash remains unknown as authorities continue their investigation into this heartbreaking incident. Our hearts go out to the family and friends of the victim who lost their life in this tragic hit-and-run. We extend our deepest sympathies to the injured woman and hope for her swift and complete recovery. This senseless act of reckless driving serves as a somber reminder of the importance of being mindful of others on the road and ensuring the safety of pedestrians. As the investigation into this hit-and-run continues, we urge anyone with information to come forward and assist the authorities in bringing justice to the victims and their loved ones. The LAPD will provide further updates as more details emerge, shedding light on the cause of the collision and potentially preventing similar incidents in the future. Let us stand together as a community to condemn reckless driving and support initiatives that promote road safety. Together, we can make a difference and prevent tragic incidents like this from occurring again.