Phoenix police detectives are investigating a fatal hit and run collision that happened in the area of 67th Avenue and Thomas Road just after 5 p.m. on Saturday.
According to the Phoenix Police Department, officers responded to a collision between a juvenile pedestrian and a lifted truck. When officers got to the scene, they saw the juvenile pedestrian laying in the roadway suffering critical injuries. Phoenix Fire responded and took the victim to the local hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries.
Detectives learned that the suspect was driving northbound on 67th Avenue when it struck the victim who reportedly stepped off the sidewalk into the street. The suspect vehicle was last seen driving north on 67th Avenue away from the scene and is described as a 4-door lifted maroon or faded red colored truck with chrome strip across the door.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Phoenix Police Department, or Silent Witness (480-WITNESS or 480-TESTIGO for Spanish Speakers).