Driver at Large after Fatal Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Crash near Parmelee Avenue SOUTH LOS ANGELES, CA (October 18, 2024) – Denise Barkus was killed Monday night, in a hit-and-run pedestrian crash on Imperial Highway. The incident occurred at approximately 8:50 p.m., just west of Parmelee Avenue on October 7th. Investigators report that the driver of an unidentified vehicle struck a woman crossing the street outside of a designated crosswalk and then fled the scene without providing assistance. Medical personnel arrived and pronounced the female pedestrian dead at the location. Authorities later identified her as 62-year-old Barkus from Los Angeles. Currently, the city is offering a $50,000 reward for information leading to the suspect’s arrest. Authorities have described the vehicle as a two-toned silver or white sedan. Anyone who witnessed the hit-and-run on Imperial Highway is encouraged to contact Detective Flannery or Detective Moreno at 323-421-2500. The team at Sweet James would like to take this opportunity to extend their sincere condolences to the family and friends of Denise Barkus. Losing a loved one in a pedestrian accident is a traumatic experience for those left behind. Do not settle for the circumstances that come from someone’s negligence. At Sweet James, they can help you find justice for the one you have lost. They have the resources, experience, and staff to successfully fight for you. Call their office at 1-844-363-7713 to know more about how they can help you. For more accident news, click here. The original source can be found here.The post Denise Barkus Fatally Struck in Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Collision on Imperial Highway [South Los Angeles, CA] appeared first on LA Weekly.