A hit-and-run crash in west Phoenix killed one 65-year-old man after he was taken to a hospital.
According to Phoenix police, Jose Vera was hit by a vehicle at 43rd and Whitton avenues early Saturday morning. Vera was taken to a hospital for treatment but later died.
Shoes and hat in the middle of 43rdAve after deadly hit&run. Detectives marking evidence now. @abc15 pic.twitter.com/SeYAt9V54m
— Justin Pazera (@justinpazera) May 14, 2016
Police say the man was leaving The Office Bar with a group of people when he walked diagonally across 43rd Avenue and was struck by a van-like vehicle. Police say the suspect vehicle is a gray or silver Dodge Caravan-like car that has the driver's side head lamp out. The vehicle and the group of people he was with fled from the scen.
Just learning, guy leaves a bar on 43rdAve with a group, gets hit/killed by van. Van and group leaves scene. @abc15 pic.twitter.com/rF0GFmYEaq
— Justin Pazera (@justinpazera) May 14, 2016
Police say the man lives in the area and was just trying to get home.
The roadways will remain closed as the investigation continues.
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Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Silent Witness at (480) WITNESS. Callers can remain anonymous.
