Pedestrian killed, driver hurt in early morning Phoenix hit-and-run

Published June 28, 2026 8:14 PM MST

The June 28, 2026, scene of a deadly crash in Phoenix, Arizona near 43rd Avenue and Thomas Road. A pedestrian was killed, and a driver was hurt.

The Phoenix Police Department is investigating a deadly hit-and-run crash that killed a 40-year-old woman and hurt a driver early Sunday morning.

What we know:

The June 28 crash happened at around 6:20 a.m. near 43rd Avenue and Thomas Road.

"Officers and fire personnel arrived and found the adult female driver of a Toyota Camry with serious injuries. She was transported to the hospital. Officers then learned that after the first collision, the BMW struck an adult female pedestrian before crashing into a fence. The pedestrian was transported in extremely critical condition. The pedestrian did not survive her injuries and was pronounced deceased," Phoenix Police explained.

The BMW driver, a 24-year-old man, allegedly fled the scene.

"Detectives responded and conducted follow up at the home of the registered owner. The driver was located at the home with serious injuries," police said. He was taken to the hospital and once he's medically cleared, he will be booked into jail for his alleged role in this crash.

What we don't know:

Police did not detail what might've led up to this crash, or if impairment played a role. No names have been released in this case.

Map of the area where the crash happened

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