South LA crash: Woman identified after SUV crashes and pins her against building

SOUTH LOS ANGELES (KABC) — A 33-year-old woman who was killed in a tragic car crash in South Los Angeles has been identified as a mother and small business owner.

Lisbeth Santana Estrada Rodriguez was fatally struck Tuesday afternoon while crossing an unmarked crosswalk near West 46th Street and Normandie Avenue.

Police say a female SUV driver lost control and crashed into a building, pinning her between the car and the wall. She died on the spot.

It is unclear whether Rodriguez lived in this building or in the neighborhood. Her husband was nearby and could be seen clinging to her body.

The victim was a mother who owned a small neighborhood market.

Police said the driver, identified as Dwight William Jr., remained at the scene and was visibly distraught. The 31-year-old man was later convicted of manslaughter.

Authorities added evidence at the scene indicating he was driving recklessly at the time of the crash.