Matthew Himendigger Obituary, Death News: Pedestrian fatally struck in Downtown LA identified
Matthew Himendigger Obituary, Death News – A 30-year-old man who died after being hit by a vehicle in downtown Los Angeles has been identified by local authorities as Matthew Himendigger. According to the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), officers responded to a call around 1:53 a.m. last Saturday about a traffic collision near the intersection of South Main Street and East Seventh Street. Upon arriving, they found Himendigger trapped beneath a Toyota Prius.
Los Angeles Fire Department crews arrived shortly after and worked to free Himendigger from under the car. He was rushed to a nearby hospital, but unfortunately, he was later pronounced dead from his injuries.
Initial reports from the scene indicate that Himendigger was dragged by the vehicle for at least one city block before the driver finally came to a stop. The details of how the collision occurred are still being investigated, but police said the impact appeared to be severe.
The driver of the Prius, who remained at the scene, was taken into custody. Authorities arrested the individual on suspicion of driving under the influence. No further information about the driver’s identity or potential charges has been released yet.
The LAPD continues to investigate the incident and is likely reviewing surveillance footage from nearby businesses, as well as speaking with any potential witnesses who may have seen the collision or the events leading up to it.
Matthew Himendigger’s death has sparked concern about pedestrian safety in the downtown area, especially during late-night hours when impaired driving incidents tend to be more frequent. Community members are urging authorities to take additional steps to ensure road safety and prevent future tragedies of this nature.
Police are encouraging anyone with information about the incident to contact the LAPD’s Central Traffic Division to assist with the ongoing investigation.
