A deadly hit-and-run in South Los Angeles has led to an arrest weeks after a 16-year-old boy lost his life and his younger sister suffered severe injuries while walking with their mother.
Police identified the suspect as Raygine Glentasia Evans, 28, who was arrested in Los Angeles on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026, more than a month after the September crash. Investigators say the collision involved a blue 2025 Nissan Sentra that struck the two teenagers near 60th Street and 10th Avenue.
The boy, Hernan Martinez, died at the scene. His 14-year-old sister, Vicky Martinez, was hospitalized with serious injuries.
The arrest marks a significant development in a case that left a family grieving one child while facing a difficult recovery for another.
What happened the night of the crash?
According to investigators, the collision happened shortly after 9:30 p.m. on Sept. 22, when the Nissan was traveling eastbound on 60th Street.
Police allege that the vehicle was moving at a high rate of speed when it struck the siblings as they crossed near 10th Avenue. Investigators later said the driver was traveling at more than 80 mph and ran a stop sign before the impact.
The teenagers and their mother were reportedly crossing at an unmarked crosswalk. Although there was no marked pedestrian crossing at the location, police said a stop sign was present.
The crash unfolded in seconds, leaving Hernan fatally injured and his sister in need of emergency medical care.
Family members were left to deal with the sudden loss and the uncertainty surrounding Vicky’s recovery.
Driver and passenger allegedly fled
Investigators said the people inside the Nissan left the scene instead of remaining to assist the injured teenagers.
A witness described seeing the driver and passenger get out of the damaged vehicle and run away.
Police subsequently worked to identify the people involved and establish what happened after the collision. Investigators said the driver and passenger were later picked up by another vehicle, reportedly a red Honda Accord.
The circumstances surrounding their departure became an important part of the investigation as detectives worked to locate the suspected driver.
Authorities eventually identified Evans as the woman allegedly behind the wheel. Her arrest came after police publicly identified her as a suspect and sought information about her whereabouts.
New details emerged during the investigation
At a news conference before the arrest, investigators shared additional details about the severity of the crash. Police said the Nissan continued moving after striking the teenagers, and the vehicle was subsequently involved in another collision with a parked car.
Detectives also said the driver and passenger allegedly removed belongings from the vehicle before leaving the area.
The investigation involved witness accounts and efforts to trace the people who fled. These details helped authorities build a clearer picture of the events following the initial impact.
Evans was ultimately arrested by Los Angeles police on Oct. 28. According to the latest reports, she was booked on charges including murder, grand theft and shoplifting with two or more prior convictions. She was being held on $3.2 million bail.
The charges represent allegations, and the case must proceed through the court system.
A family left to cope with the loss
For Hernan’s family, the case is about much more than an arrest. A teenager who should have had years ahead of him is gone, while his younger sister faces the physical and emotional challenges that can follow a serious collision.
The siblings had been walking with their mother when the crash occurred. Their family’s experience illustrates the devastating consequences that traffic collisions can have on people simply trying to get home safely.
Pedestrian safety remains a serious concern in busy urban neighborhoods, particularly where drivers approach intersections at high speeds. Stop signs, reduced speeds and attention to people crossing the road are essential safeguards, but they cannot protect pedestrians when drivers fail to respond appropriately.
The case also highlights why investigators stress the importance of remaining at the scene after a collision. Leaving without providing assistance can complicate emergency response and create additional challenges for investigators trying to determine responsibility.
What happens next?
With Evans in custody, the investigation has reached an important milestone. The next steps will involve the legal process, including court proceedings addressing the charges against her.
Authorities had previously asked the public for help locating the suspect, and the case drew attention because of the young victim’s death and the serious injuries suffered by his sister.
While the arrest may bring progress in the investigation, it cannot undo the loss experienced by the Martinez family.
For now, the case serves as a painful reminder of how quickly a routine walk can turn into a life-changing tragedy—and why accountability and pedestrian safety remain critical concerns in communities across Los Angeles.
