Driver that injured man in 70s sought by police in El Sereno hit-and-run

Police are searching for a hit-and-run driver who severely injured a man in his 70s in El Sereno in early January. 

The crash happened on Jan 3. at around 1:20 a.m. near Huntington Drive and Rose Avenue, according to the Los Angeles Police Department. 

Officers say that the driver of a light-colored sedan traveling eastbound on Huntington struck the victim as he was crossing the street at Rosemead Avenue. instead of stopping to help, he fled from the area. 

The victim, who has not been identified, was taken to a nearby hospital with severe injuries, police said. 

A standing reward of up to $25,000 has been offered for anyone who has information that leads to the identification, arrest and conviction of the driver.

Anyone who knows more is asked to contact investigators at (213) 833-3713.