Investigators with the LAPD’s Central Traffic Division are searching for a hit and run driver responsible for the severe injury of a pedestrian on Feb. 3 near Orem Street and Olympic Boulevard.

The collision occurred at approximately 5:55 p.m. when the victim — identified as 54-year-old Edward Nix — was crossing southbound on Orem Street in a marked crosswalk. He was struck by a vehicle travelling east on Olympic Boulevard.  The suspect’s vehicle is described as a late model, red Honda van.

Nix suffered severe head injuries and remains in critical condition. Anyone with information is asked to call Det. F. Padilla at (213)486-0753.