Hit-and-run search underway after SUV strikes pedestrian in Phoenix

Published August 2, 2026 4:07 PM MST

A hit-and-run driver is wanted in Phoenix, after police said they struck a woman crossing a busy road overnight.

What we know:

A caller reported that an unknown vehicle, only determined to be an SUV, struck a pedestrian crossing near 43rd Avenue and Camelback Road at around 2 a.m. on Aug. 2. 

Fire officials took the woman suffering life-threatening injuries, to a nearby hospital.

What we don't know:

The victim's identity and current condition were not released. Officers are still trying to locate the driver and vehicle involved.

What you can do:

Anyone with information on the incident is asked to contact Phoenix Police. Those wishing to remain anonymous can go through Silent Witness at 480-948-6377.

Map of the area of the hit-and-run crash. 

The Source: Information in this report was provided by the Phoenix Police Department.

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