LONG BEACH, CA — Authorities are searching for a hit-and-run driver who severely injured a motorcyclist in a crash Friday evening at Pacific Avenue and Seventh Street.
Details of the Collision
Time & Location: Friday, 6 p.m., at the intersection of Pacific Avenue and Seventh Street
Vehicles Involved:
- Honda motorcycle (traveling north on Pacific Avenue)
- Black Chevrolet pickup truck (traveling west on Seventh Street)
After the collision, the Chevy pickup driver fled the scene, turning north onto Cedar Avenue without stopping.
“It is unclear at this time which vehicle had the right-of-way,” the Long Beach Police Department (LBPD) said in a statement.
Motorcyclist in Critical Condition
The victim was transported to a nearby hospital with severe injuries and remains in critical condition nearly a week later.
Police Searching for Suspect Vehicle
Description of the suspect’s truck:
- Newer model Chevrolet pickup
- 4×4 decals on the rear panels above both tires
- Possible front-end damage from the crash
How to Help
Police are asking for the public’s help. Anyone with information is urged to contact LBPD detectives at (562) 570-7335.
Long Beach police are actively investigating the case and urge anyone with dashcam footage, witness statements, or tips to come forward. Leaving the scene of an accident is a serious crime, and authorities are determined to locate the driver responsible.
