Police are asking the public to help identify the driver, who reportedly left the scene without stopping to help the woman.
San Pedro, CA - October 21, 2026
A 47-year-old woman was struck and killed by a tractor-trailer early Wednesday at the intersection of Channel and Gaffey streets in San Pedro, according to reports. The driver reportedly left the scene, and police are asking the public for help identifying them.
Key Facts
- Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 (early morning, around 1:30 a.m.)
- Location: Intersection of Channel and Gaffey streets, San Pedro, CA
- Type of crash: Pedestrian struck; driver reportedly fled the scene
- Vehicles involved: Tractor-trailer
- Injuries / fatalities: One fatality (a 47-year-old woman, pedestrian)
- Responding agencies: Los Angeles Police Department; Los Angeles Fire Department
- Reported by: MyNewsLA.com, NBC Los Angeles
Crash Overview
According to police, the crash happened at roughly 1:30 a.m. where Channel and Gaffey streets meet. Police said the tractor-trailer had stopped at a red light and then turned left to travel south on Gaffey Street. During the turn, the truck's right rear tires struck the woman.
Paramedics from the Los Angeles Fire Department reached the location, where they declared her deceased. Police said the driver did not stop to provide assistance, which they noted is required by law.
Few other details have been reported. The woman's name has not been released, and police are urging anyone with information to contact them. Anonymous tips may also be submitted to L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers.
People Involved
The woman, age 47, was a pedestrian and was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the tractor-trailer has not been identified in reports.
Investigation Status
Police are seeking information from the public to identify the driver. South Traffic Division detectives with the Los Angeles Police Department are named as the investigators contacting the public for tips. No cause or allegations have been specified in the reports.