Brad Lipshy killed in Wilshire Boulevard pedestrian hit-and-run crash

Investigators say Lipshy was fatally struck by a motorist on a Santa Monica sidewalk

October 24, 2025 | Santa Monica, CA
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Brad Lipshy, a 61-year-old man, died after a hit-and-run driver struck him and three others on a sidewalk along Wilshire Boulevard, according to authorities.

The collision occurred Friday night when a Dodge Charger drove the wrong way on the eastbound side of the boulevard before veering onto the sidewalk near Euclid Street. The driver fled after the vehicle hit a tree.

Brad Lipshy, 61, of Santa Monica, was killed when a fleeing vehicle struck him on a sidewalk near Euclid Street in Los Angeles County.

What Happened in the Crash?

Police say the incident took place around 9:15 p.m. on Oct. 24, 2025. Key details include:

• Location: Sidewalk near Euclid Street on Wilshire Boulevard in Santa Monica
• Vehicle involved: Dodge Charger traveling westbound in the eastbound lanes
• Victims:

  • Brad Lipshy, 61, died from his injuries
  • A 60-year-old woman also died
  • Two other people were hospitalized with injuries

• Driver's actions: The vehicle struck a tree before the driver, described as a 6-foot-tall man wearing a red hat, black sweater and black shoes, fled the scene

Details on the Suspect and Investigation

The Santa Monica Police Department is investigating the hit-and-run. The suspect remains at large.

Anyone with information should contact investigators at 310-458-2201 or submit an anonymous tip at 1-800-222-8477.

Why Do Hit-and-Run Crashes Happen?

Hit-and-run incidents often involve drivers who are intoxicated, lack a valid license or fear arrest. Data shows more than one such crash occurs every minute on U.S. roads.

Pedestrian fatalities remain a major concern. According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, about 7,148 pedestrians died on U.S. roadways in 2024, including 928 in California, the highest in the nation.

Source: Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA)

Expert Insights on Hit-and-Run Cases

National legal analysts provide perspective on these types of collisions.

“Having the proper resources is extremely important to investigate a hit-and-run accident case and prove negligence,” said Candice Bond, managing partner at Bond Legal. “Road conditions, signage visibility, and road lighting are all possible contributing factors that must be fully considered. These procedures are necessary for helping someone who has been injured by a hit-and-run driver receive the justice and monetary compensation that they deserve.”

• Independent investigations protect victims' rights.
• Factors like road conditions and lighting play a role in negligence.
• Legal support ensures fair compensation.

“It is almost always a driver’s duty to yield to any pedestrian,” said Stefano Formica, of counsel with Bond Legal. “Family members of wrongful death victims may seek damages for loss of income and companionship, pain and suffering, funeral expenses, and emotional distress following a tragic or catastrophic accident.”

• Drivers must yield to pedestrians.
• Wrongful death claims cover various damages.
• Attorneys advocate for fair treatment against insurance pressures.

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