Two pedestrians were reportedly hit by a truck in the area and the driver fled the scene
Tempe, AZ.- Two pedestrians were struck and seriously injured by a vehicle in Tempe on Sunday, according to the Tempe Police Department.
The crash happened at Dorsey Lane and University Drive on Sunday, March 16.
Two pedestrians were reportedly hit by a truck in the area and the driver fled the scene.
The two victims were taken to hospital with serious injuries.
The driver was later located and arrested.
An investigation into the collision is ongoing.
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