Venice, CA (September 20, 2025) – A pedestrian identified as Neo Moroke was fatally struck by a vehicle in a marked crosswalk near Washington Boulevard and Lincoln Boulevard in the early morning hours, as police appealed for tips to locate the fleeing driver.
Accident Details: Officials said the collision occurred around 2:00 a.m. as Mr. Moroke was walking eastbound across Washington Boulevard when a vehicle, described as a blue SUV, hit him near Lincoln Boulevard. Emergency crews transported him to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced deceased. No detailed suspect or vehicle description beyond the color was immediately available, and investigators said the involved driver continued eastbound after the impact.
Investigation: LAPD’s West Traffic or Pacific units are reviewing intersection cameras, nearby business surveillance, and potential dash-cam footage to track the vehicle’s direction of travel and identify distinctive features such as damage patterns or lighting. Detectives typically canvass for witnesses, analyze debris fields, and examine signal timing to understand right-of-way and speed. Authorities urged anyone with information to contact investigators, emphasizing that even small details can help identify a hit-and-run vehicle.
Legal Considerations: Surviving family members in fatal crosswalk crashes may bring wrongful-death claims seeking compensation for funeral expenses, loss of support, and other damages. If the driver is identified, civil accountability can proceed alongside criminal charges related to leaving the scene. Preserving evidence—photos, medical and coroner records, and witness accounts—can be vital to the legal process.
My deepest condolences go out to the family and friends of Neo Moroke during this extraordinarily difficult time.
Source: NBC Los Angeles