A devastating turn of events has left a Valley family seeking answers after a hit-and-run incident resulted in the death of 31-year-old Myssa Leyvas in the Tonto National Forest. As per the information provided by FOX 10 Phoenix, the tragedy occurred in the wee hours of August 24 near the Lower Sycamore Creek Recreational Area. The aftermath was a shattered family desperate to find the individual responsible for their loss. According to Vanessa Leyvas, Myssa's sister-in-law, the last known images of Myssa were captured close to the accident scene, before she was fatally struck by a vehicle.
Myssa, described by her loved ones as the "sweetest person ever," was found with a broken femur following the incident. Upon receiving a harrowing call, the family rushed to the hospital only to learn that she had passed away, "Said that she was initially in a motor vehicle accident and that she had a broken femur," Vanessa relayed during an interview with FOX 10 Phoenix. The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office has since been investigating the case, focusing on a gray or silver SUV that likely sustained substantial damage on its right side and front end as the potential culprit in the hit-and-run.
As the search for justice continues, Vanessa expressed her fervent belief that witnesses were present when the crash occurred: "You could definitely see a large amount of cars in a circle with the headlights in the middle." She assured FOX 10 Phoenix that somebody must have information that could prove vital to the investigation. Myssa's family now calls upon people to contact the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office to provide any details that could lead to closure and justice to the aggrieved family.
According to ABC 15, the MCSO is urging anyone with knowledge about the incident to come forward. Besides the description of the SUV, authorities believe the vehicle should exhibit conspicuous damage to the hood, grill, undercarriage, or front bumper. As the MCSO has not yet provided updates on the investigation, they have asked the public to contact them at 602-876-TIPS (8477) or 602-876-1011 with any information related to the case.
While the search for answers persists, a GoFundMe has been established to support Myssa's family during this trying time. To contribute, individuals can access the donation platform through the provided link in the FOX 10 Phoenix report, furthering the community's collective effort to aid those affected by this tragedy.
