LOS ANGELES, CA – Two people were killed on Tuesday afternoon after being struck by a hit-and-run driver, according to ABC 7.
The crash occurred near Exposition Park on 5200 Flower Street around 12:40 p.m.
The driver lost control of their vehicle, mounted the curb, and struck a tent on the sidewalk.
A man standing near the tent and a woman sleeping in the tent were killed.
The driver attempted to flee the scene but was shortly caught by police.
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