PHOENIX — Phoenix police are investigating a hit and run crash that killed a pedestrian Friday night near 51st Avenue and Indian School Road.
Police say a man, later identified as 40-year-old Tommy Hinton, was struck by a vehicle and was taken to the hospital where he died from his injuries.
There is no vehicle description available but police say it was last seen driving northbound on 51st Avenue.
Police say they located a vehicle that had damage consistent with a pedestrian crash and a possible driver involved in the hit and run, along with the registered owner of the vehicle were detained.
Both people have since been released pending further investigation.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Phoenix Police Department, or Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS or 480-TESTIGO if they wish to remain anonymous.
