PHOENIX — A man was killed in a hit-and-run crash Tuesday night near 51st Avenue and Baseline Road.
Phoenix police identified the man as 55-year-old John Franklin.
Detectives say Franklin was attempting to walk across Baseline Road when he was struck by a vehicle.
Phoenix Fire Department took Franklin to a hospital where he died from his injuries.
According to police, the vehicle that hit Franklin drove away from the scene and is still outstanding.
A description of the vehicle has not been provided.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Phoenix Police Department, or Silent Witness (480-WITNESS or 480-TESTIGO for Spanish Speakers).
