[02-09-2026] Los Angeles County – Cyclist Dies in Long Beach Hit-and-Run Driver Accident
Long Beach, California – A bicyclist lost her life after a hit-and-run crash at a Long Beach intersection Saturday afternoon, according to local officials.
Police reported that the incident occurred around 4:48 p.m. near Redondo Avenue and East 2nd Street. Officers responded to calls about a cyclist who had been seriously injured in a collision involving a motor vehicle.
Upon arrival, responders found an adult female rider and a passerby who had stopped to render aid. Paramedics transported the victim to a hospital, where she later succumbed to her injuries.
Preliminary findings indicate the cyclist was riding south on Redondo Avenue and was entering the East 2nd Street crossing when she was struck by a gray 2025 Hyundai Sonata traveling westbound. Investigators say the vehicle allegedly failed to stop at the sign and was moving at a high speed at the time of impact.
The motorist did not remain at the scene and was last seen driving west along East 2nd Street. Authorities are examining whether excessive speed contributed to the fatal collision.
The victim’s name has not yet been disclosed as officials work to notify next of kin.
Witnesses or anyone with information about the crash are asked to contact LBPD Collision Investigation Detail Detective Edwin Paredes at 562-570-7110. Anonymous tips may also be provided through LA Crime Stoppers by phone, mobile app, or online.
Source: KTLA5
How Hit-and-Run Drivers Are Tracked After Deadly Bike Crashes
After a fatal bicycle collision, investigators use multiple tools and data sources to identify and locate the fleeing driver. Law enforcement typically starts by securing the scene, collecting vehicle debris, paint transfer, skid marks, and surveillance footage from nearby homes, businesses, and traffic cameras. Officers also canvass the area for witnesses and review 911 calls, dashcams, and social media posts that may show the vehicle before or after the crash. In many cases, partial license plates, vehicle descriptions, or damage patterns are enough to narrow the search.
Authorities also check body shop reports, insurance claims, and automated license plate reader databases to find vehicles with fresh front-end damage consistent with the impact. When a suspect is identified, criminal charges may follow, while the victim’s family can pursue a civil claim with help from a Los Angeles bicycle accident lawyer and a hit and run accident attorney. If the crash results in death, a Los Angeles wrongful death attorney can also seek financial compensation through a wrongful death lawsuit and available insurance coverage, including uninsured motorist policies.
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