The incident was reported near 55th Avenue and Encanto Boulevard just before 5 a.m., according to the Phoenix Police Department
Phoenix, AZ – The police are investigating a grisly accident involving a pedestrian early Monday morning near 55th Avenue in Phoenix.
The incident was reported near 55th Avenue and Encanto Boulevard just before 5 a.m., according to the Phoenix Police Department.
Reportedly, a vehicle struck the victim in the area in unclear circumstances.
The male pedestrian was found in critical condition and was rushed to the hospital, where he later died.
The name and the age of the deceased were not immediately disclosed.
The driver involved in the crash stayed at the scene.
Drivers are asked to avoid the area on Monday morning while crews investigate and clear the scene.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation.