On May 2, 2025, at approximately 1:10 a.m., a passerby discovered the lifeless body of Robert Darren Smith lying in the traffic lanes of Canoga Park, California. Emergency services were promptly contacted, and the Los Angeles Fire Department arrived on scene. Despite their efforts, Smith was pronounced dead at 1:28 a.m. The circumstances surrounding his death suggest he was struck by an unidentified vehicle while crossing the street. The driver fled the scene, leaving behind no immediate clues to their identity.
Smith’s case has been classified as an unclaimed person under NamUs ID: UCP148414. The investigation is being handled by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner, located at 1104 North Mission Road, Los Angeles, California. The agency assigned case number 2025-07319 to this incident. As of now, no next of kin has come forward, and the decedent remains unidentified in terms of familial connections.
The Medical Examiner’s office continues to seek information that may lead to identifying relatives or uncovering further details about the incident. Anyone with relevant information is encouraged to contact the agency at 323-343-0512. More details about their services and ongoing cases can be found on their official website.
Date Found: 05/02/2025
