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Pedestrian dead after being hit by a car near 24th Street and Thomas Road

Phoenix police believe impairment was a factor
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PHOENIX — A man is dead after he was hit by a car in central Phoenix late Thursday night.

Phoenix police say it happened at about 11:30 p.m. near 24th Street and Thomas Road.

When officers got to the scene, they found the victim, later identified as 38-year-old Barry Casias, had been struck by a vehicle.

Phoenix Fire crews treated Casias, but he did not survive and was pronounced dead at the scene.

The driver, who has not been identified, remained on the scene, according to police.

It is not known if the driver will face charges.

Police did say they believe impairment with the driver was a factor in the crash.