Man killed in hit-and-run crash in Arleta
Authorities are searching for the driver involved in a hit-and-run crash in Arleta early Saturday that resulted in the death of a 29-year-old motorcyclist.
Steven Joseph Vega of Sylmar was ejected from his Suzuki motorcycle while traveling eastbound on Devonshire Street onto Arleta Avenue shortly after 3 a.m. when a vehicle struck him, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
The driver of the other vehicle fled, and authorities have no description of the motorist.
A reward of up to $50,000 is available to those who provide information leading to the motorist’s identification, apprehension and conviction.
Anyone with information about this incident is requested to call the Valley Traffic Division at (818) 644-8037 or (818) 644-8033.
After hours or on weekends, calls should be directed to (877) LAPD-24-7. Anyone wishing to remain anonymous should call Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477.
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