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Victim identified in fatal hit-and-run on Crenshaw Boulevard

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Los Angeles police have identified the victim of a fatal hit-and-run collision that occurred early Saturday evening.

Markeis Vonreece Parish, 18, a Los Angeles resident, was struck by a southbound silver Mercedes-Benz sedan at about 6:15 p.m. as he crossed Crenshaw Boulevard at 78th Street. He was rushed to the hospital, where he died.

Police described the sedan as a “newer model.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact South Traffic division detectives at (323) 421-2500 or (323) 421-2540. Those wishing to remain anonymous can call (800) 222-8477 or go to www.LAPDOnline.org and click on “webtips.”

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