Man dies after hit-and-run in Phoenix, vehicle remains outstanding

PHOENIX — A 52-year-old man died Friday night after getting struck by a vehicle in Phoenix.

Officers responded to the area of McDowell Road and 41st Street at around 11:40 p.m. and located the pedestrian, Edward Garza, with injuries consistent with being hit by a car, authorities said.

Garza died on scene due to his injuries.

The vehicle involved is outstanding, as it fled before police officers arrived, authorities said.

Anybody with information about the incident is asked to call the Phoenix Police Department at 602-262-6151 or, to remain anonymous, Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS (948-6377) or 480-TESTIGO (837-8446) for Spanish.

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