An 18-year-old was struck by a car and killed in Canoga Park while running from a
would-be robber on a bicycle, the Los Angeles Police Department
said Saturday.
Officers responded about 8 p.m. Thursday to a report of a traffic
collision in the 20600 block of Sherman Way, where they discovered
Miguel Alvarenga lying unconscious on the street. Investigators said
Alvarenga was approached by a man on a bicycle who attempted to rob
him.
Alvarenga fled, running into the street, but was
struck by a passing vehicle. The attempted robbery suspect, police said, fled on his
bicycle. Alvarenga was taken by fire paramedics to a local hospital and
was listed in critical condition. But on Friday, Alvarenga died from
his injuries, police said.
Now homicide detectives are seeking help from the public in
identifying the man on the bicycle. Anyone with information about the incident can
call (818) 756-3363. Callers can remain anonymous.
— Ruben Vives