Woman hit by 2 cars in downtown Los Angeles in double hit-and-run crash

DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES (KABC) — Los Angeles police are searching for two hit-and-run drivers who critically injured the same woman in downtown.

The incident happened Oct. 5 around 6 a.m. as the woman was crossing the street at Central Avenue and 14th Place, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.

That’s when a dark-colored Ford Explorer struck her, sending her flying into the street.

While she was on the ground, police say another car – possibly a Honda CRV – hit her again.

Both drivers failed to stop and render aid as required by law.

The woman was rushed to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at (213) 833-3713, (213) 833-3746 or via email at 41911@lapd.online.