A 36-year-old pedestrian fatally struck in a hit-and-run collision in Hollywood was identified Monday as police sought the public's help to find the driver.
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Erika Edwards of Van Nuys was killed about 9 p.m. Sunday when a dark- colored Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon heading eastbound on Sunset Boulevard hit her as she was walking southbound on Sierra Bonita Avenue, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
The driver did not stop to render aid and continued eastbound on Sunset toward southbound Gardner Street, police said.
Los Angeles Fire Department paramedics pronounced Edwards dead at the scene, police said.
Detectives believe speed was a factor in the crash.
``Drivers are reminded that if they become involved in a collision, they should pull over and stop as soon as it is safe to do so, notify emergency service, and remain at the scene to identify themselves," the police department said in a statement.
The city is offering a reward of up to $50,000 for information leading to the driver's identity, arrest and conviction.
Anyone with information about the collision was urged to contact West Traffic Division detectives at 213-473-0234. Calls during business hours or weekends should be directed to 877-527-3247. Tipsters who prefer to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477 or visit lacrimestoppers.org.
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