Gertrud Sieverd Killed While Crossing Phoenix Street on Halloween Night

Phoenix, Arizona—Gertrud Sieverd, age 79, was struck and killed as she crossed a street in central Phoenix last night.  Phoenix Police accident investigators report that a car driven by an as-yet unidentified 36-year-old male was northbound on 7th Avenue at about 7:45 p.m. when he struck Ms. Sieverd as she crossed near Palm Lane. 

The driver remained at the scene.  Ms. Sieverd was transported to a nearby hospital where she was declared deceased.  The investigation is ongoing.

We extend our condolences to Ms. Sieverd’s family and friends at this time of great loss for them.