Suspect in Playa del Rey crash that killed toddler was already wanted in two DUIs, records show
Key takeaways
- The Los Angeles Police Department has identified a 28-year-old man as the suspect in the Playa del Rey hit-and-run collision that killed a 1-year-old boy and his uncle last week.
- The department identified the suspect as Moises Santiago Rodriguez Leiva of Canyon Country.
- Investigators said they would issue a news release with more details and declined to comment further.
L.A. police investigate a fatal crash May 3 on Vista Del Mar in Playa del Rey. (On Scene.TV) By Ruben Vives Staff Writer Follow May 14, 2026 4:57 PM PT 1 3 min Click here to listen to this article Share via Close extra sharing options Email Facebook X Linked In Threads Reddit Whats App Copy Link URL Copied! Print 0:00 0:00 1x This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here.
The Los Angeles Police Department has identified a 28-year-old man as the suspect in the Playa del Rey hit-and-run collision that killed a 1-year-old boy and his uncle last week.
The department identified the suspect as Moises Santiago Rodriguez Leiva of Canyon Country. Arrest records show he was booked for a misdemeanor and is being held on a $200,000 bond.