35-Year-Old Woman Pronounced Dead after Pedestrian Collision near Fruitland Drive

STUDIO CITY, CA (March 13, 2024) – Early Monday night, a hit-and-run collision on Ventura Boulevard took the life of Alisha Michelle Ryvkin. 

The incident happened around 6:00 p.m., along the westbound lanes of Ventura Boulevard, just west of Fruitland Drive. 

According to reports, the driver of a red sedan struck a woman who was crossing the street. However, the driver did not pull over and fled the scene without rendering or contacting police. 

Responding emergency personnel transported the female victim to a nearby hospital where she succumbed to her injuries after three days. 

The Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner later identified the deceased woman as 35-year-old Ryvkin, of Los Angeles.

At this time, the city is offering a reward of up to $50,000 to anyone who can lead the authorities to the arrest of the suspect. Those who witnessed the crash are encouraged to contact Valley Traffic Division Officer Reyes at 818-644-8114 or Detective Ortega at 818-644-8035.

No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow felt during this delicate moment. Our deepest condolences and sympathies are with the family and friends of Alisha Michelle Ryvkin.

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