Crime & Safety
Hit-And-Run Driver Kills 66-Year-Old Bicyclist: Phoenix Police
A white sedan hit a man who was riding his bike in a crosswalk on Saturday, according to police. The sedan then drove away, police said.
PHOENIX, AZ — A 66-year-old man died Saturday night after a car hit him as he was riding his bike in a crosswalk, according to police.
Jesus Quintanilla died from his injuries after being taken to a local hospital for treatment, police said.
Police have not identified the driver of the car that hit him, police said.
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Quintanilla was riding his bike around 11:15 p.m. Saturday in a crosswalk at the intersection of 32nd Street and Thomas Road when a white sedan hit him, according to police. The driver then fled the scene.
Anyone with information about the hit-and-run is asked to contact the Phoenix Police Department. Tipsters who want to remain anonymous can contact Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS or 480-TESTIGO for Spanish speakers.
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