LOS ANGELES (CNS) — "Little Man," the dog lost during a hit-and-run in downtown Los Angeles, was found safe and returned to his owner Friday, bringing a heartwarming end to Sandra Martin's nearly two-week search for her Chihuahua-terrier mix.
Sandra Martin was severely injured when she was hit by a Hyundai Genesis around 2:55 a.m. on Feb. 28, according to the Los Angeles Police Department. Investigators said Little Man was in Martin's arms when she was hit, and ran away after the collision.
About 11 days after the hit-and-run, a civilian found the dog and worked to return him to his owner, police said. No further details on the Little Man's recovery were made immediately available.
Martin, 61, was hit while crossing the street in the 100 block of East Fourth Street, near Main Street, police said.
She told responding officers the dark color newer-model four-door Hyundai Genesis traveling in reverse knocked her down. She also said that after hitting her, the suspect got out of his car, pulled her from underneath the luxury sedan and got back into the driver's seat.
He then drove away from the scene without offering any aid, according to an LAPD statement. The Genesis was last seen driving southbound on Los Angeles Street from Fourth Street.
Martin was taken to a hospital with severe injuries that required surgery. Authorities announced Thursday that Martin had been released from the hospital and was recovering at home.
The suspect in the hit-and-run is described as a Black man with a thin build, between 170 and 190 pounds and between 25 and 30 years old.
Video from the scene appeared to show a newer model Jeep Wrangler following the suspect vehicle after the collision, police said.
"The driver in the Wrangler appeared to be in position to see when Sandra Martin was struck by the Genesis," according to the LAPD.
Anyone with information about the witness, the hit-and-run vehicle, the driver or his whereabouts is asked to call Detective Juan Campos with Central Traffic detectives at 213-833-3713. Those who wish to remain anonymous can call 800-222-8477.
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