Police searching for driver who hit and killed innocent woman during Hyde Park street takeover

HYDE PARK, LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- A grieving family is hoping someone will come forward with information after their loved one was fatally struck during a street takeover in Hyde Park on Christmas night - and the driver responsible has yet to be found.

The woman, who was identified by family members as Elyzza Guajaca, was killed when a driver performing "donuts" near the intersection of Florence Avenue and Crenshaw Boulevard hit her while she was walking by, according to police.
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She was rushed to the hospital where she later died.

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Guajaca's brother spoke with Eyewitness News and confirmed his sister's death though he kindly asked for privacy. He created a GoFundMe to help his family.

The GoFundMe describes Guajaca as "a beautiful sister who loved big."



"She was a daughter who always wanted to be with around and have family time," read the description. "She was the rock to our family. She was just a good, goofy, funny, outgoing person. She loved all her close friends and family!"
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Police said the driver responsible took off on foot. A description of him or her was not immediately released.

The incident is being investigated as a hit-and-run, according to investigators.

Anyone with information is urged to contact police.