Los Angeles, Ca
Alcohol a factor in hit-and-run crash that killed 77-year-old bicyclist in Griffith Park
Alcohol was a consider a hit-and-run crash that left a 77-year-old bicyclist useless in Griffith Park Saturday afternoon, authorities stated.
The crash was reported about 3:45 p.m. because the bicyclist was heading north on Crystal Springs Drive, in keeping with the Los Angeles Police Division.
The sufferer was struck by a grey BMW and died on the scene. He has not been recognized.
The motive force bought out of the automobile and ran away with out serving to the bicyclist or figuring out himself.
Witnesses on the scene helped responding officers discover the driving force, who was arrested and booked on suspicion of vehicular manslaughter. Police stated alcohol was an element within the crash, however didn’t elaborate.
The suspect was recognized Monday as 37-year-old Jairo Martinez. He stays in custody on $617,500 bail, reserving information present.