Targeted hit-and-run crash leaves man dead in Phoenix

Man dead in targeted hit-and-run crash in Phoenix

Police say a driver intentionally hit and killed a pedestrian with their car in central Phoenix on Friday, Dec. 27.

PHOENIX – Police say a man was targeted and killed in a hit-and-run crash in Phoenix on Friday, Dec. 27.

The fatal crash happened near the intersection of 16th Street and Thomas Road around 7:30 p.m.

According to a release, a man was found at the crash site with serious injuries and rushed to the hospital where he died.

“The initial investigation revealed that the victim was intentionally struck with a vehicle driven by an unknown suspect. The suspect took off from the area after a short period of time,” Sgt. Rob Scherer said in the release.

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An investigation is underway and anyone with information is asked to call Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS or 480-TESTIGO.