A tragic event unfolded late into the evening of June 13th as a man, attempting to traverse the intersection at 18th Avenue and Indian School Road in Phoenix, was struck by multiple vehicles, according to FOX 10 Phoenix reports. The Phoenix Police responded to the distressing scene around 9:30 p.m., finding the man, believed to be in his 40s, grievously injured before rushing him to a hospital; he would not survive the night.
Details remain sparse, but it is understood that the initial collision did not mark the end of the man's plight as he was subsequently hit by additional cars—and none of the drivers of the vehicles involved stayed behind, which the ongoing investigation is now focused on piecing together the sequence of events 12 News further elaborated on the matter.
Authorities have not yet released the name of the person who died, adding to the sadness of the situation. Phoenix Police are asking anyone with information to come forward. Sergeant Lorraine Fernandez told FOX 10 Phoenix that help from the public is needed to identify the vehicles and drivers involved, as they hope to find justice. If you have any information, please contact Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS (for English) or 480-TESTIGO (for Spanish). Every detail shared can help bring answers and honor the life that was lost on a Phoenix roadway.
