PHOENIX — A 64-year-old man died after being struck by two vehicles that fled the scene in west Phoenix Friday evening, police said, and investigators are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Incident details and investigation
Phoenix police responded shortly after 6:30 p.m. to reports of a pedestrian struck in the area of 32nd Avenue and Indian School Road. Officers found the man with severe injuries and he was transported to a nearby hospital, where he died, according to the Phoenix Police Department.
Police said the victim was crossing the roadway mid-block when he was struck by two vehicles in succession. Neither vehicle stopped after the collisions. The investigation remains active as detectives work to identify the drivers and locate the vehicles involved.
"Anyone with information about the incident is asked to call Silent Witness at (480) WITNESS, or (480) TESTIGO for Spanish," the Phoenix Police Department said. "People with information may also call the Phoenix Police Department at (602) 262-6151."
Community safety and next steps
Hit-and-run collisions that result in fatalities are treated as serious felonies in Arizona. Detectives typically canvass the area for surveillance video, seek witnesses, and analyze physical evidence at the scene, such as vehicle debris or paint transfer. In this case, authorities are asking residents and businesses near the crash site to check security cameras and dashcams for footage from the time around the collision.
- When: About 6:30 p.m. Friday
- Where: 32nd Avenue and Indian School Road, west Phoenix
- Victim: 64-year-old man (not publicly identified)
Police did not release a description of the vehicles nor indicate whether any other people were injured. Officers have not publicly identified the victim and said the inquiry is ongoing.
How the public can help
Investigators say even seemingly small details can be important. Officials urged anyone who saw the crash, observed a vehicle leaving the area at speed, or noticed damaged vehicles in the neighborhood to contact authorities. Tips can be provided anonymously through Silent Witness at the numbers listed above.
Residents who live or work near 32nd Avenue and Indian School Road should check household and business camera footage from the evening of the crash. People who were driving in the area at that time and whose dashcams captured nearby intersections are also asked to review recordings and preserve any relevant files for investigators.
As the probe continues, police will likely release additional information if leads develop. For now, investigators are prioritizing witness statements and any available video evidence to establish the sequence of events and identify the vehicles involved.
The department’s request for public assistance underscores the role community members play in resolving hit-and-run cases. Reliable tips can speed identification of suspects and lead to arrests that might prevent further tragedies on Phoenix streets.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Time reported | About 6:30 p.m. Friday |
| Location | 32nd Avenue and Indian School Road, west Phoenix |
| Victim | 64-year-old man, taken to hospital and later died |
| How to report tips | Silent Witness: (480) WITNESS; Spanish: (480) TESTIGO; Phoenix Police: (602) 262-6151 |
Anyone with information should contact Silent Witness or the Phoenix Police Department. The department encourages those who wish to remain anonymous to use the Silent Witness hotline.
Further updates will be provided as investigators release new details about the vehicles or suspects involved in the fatal hit-and-run.
