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UPDATED Aug 22, 2026 at 2:00 AM ET
Aug 21, 2026 at 1:00 AM ET
Man arrested after hit-and-run kills family dog
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A man suspected in a hit-and-run that killed a family dog in Culver City has been arrested, Culver City Police said Thursday. The crash occurred Aug. 14 near Higuera Street and Lucerne Avenue at about 5:45 p.m., when a silver or gray SUV allegedly struck the dog in a marked crosswalk. The driver briefly stopped before continuing westbound; the pedestrian was not hurt.
WHO: A man identified as a Los Angeles resident; Culver City Police Department
WHAT: Arrest on suspicion of hit-and-run in connection with a crash that killed a family dog
WHEN: Reported Aug 19, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE: Los Angeles, CA
WHY: The driver allegedly struck the dog in a marked crosswalk during a left turn and then continued westbound after briefly stopping; no specific motive was reported.
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