Man in his 80s dies after being struck by hit-and-run driver in Koreatown; suspect sought

KOREATOWN, LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- A man died Wednesday after he was struck by a hit-and-run driver in Koreatown, police said.

It happened around 6 a.m. near the intersection of 6th Street and Western Avenue.

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Police told Eyewitness News the victim, who was described only as a man in his 80s, was found injured in the middle of the street.

He was rushed to the hospital where he later died. The driver fled the scene.

A detailed description of vehicle wasn't immediately available.

This is a developing story. This article will continue to be updated as more information becomes available.