Police searching for Tesla driver who hit, killed cyclist in South L.A.

The Los Angeles Police Department is asking for the public’s help to identify the driver of a Tesla that hit and killed a bicyclist and then fled the scene without stopping.

It happened on July 1, around 10 p.m. in South Los Angeles.

According to the LAPD, a black Tesla Model X was speeding eastbound on 67th Street in the direction of Flower Street, close to the 110 Freeway.

The Tesla struck a cyclist that was riding on 67th Street, knocking them to the ground in a violent collision.

The Tesla driver then sped off, not stopping to identify themselves or render aid, which is required by state law. Instead, the Tesla fled east toward Broadway Avenue where it was last seen.

Paramedics arrived on scene and transported the unidentified male cyclist to the hospital where he was pronounced dead.

On Monday, a single still image of the suspect vehicle was released by the LAPD. A description of the driver was not available.

The city of Los Angeles has a recurring reward of up to $50,000 for community members that provide information leading to the identification and conviction of drivers involved in dangerous hit-and-run collisions.

Anyone with information is urged to contact South Traffic Division Officer Lozada at 213-677-9791. Anonymous tips can be provided online or by calling 800-222-8477.