Josue Soto Killed in Phoenix Hit-and-Run Accident

Phoenix, Arizona—Josue Soto, age 30, was killed as he attempted to cross Van Buren Street near 35th Avenue on Saturday evening.

According to accident investigators with the Phoenix Police Department, Mr. Soto was in a marked crosswalk when he was hit by a white Saturn Outlook SUV that was eastbound on Van Buren Street. He was rushed to a local hospital in critical condition where he later died.

The driver of the SUV fled the scene has not been located. People with information on this hit-and-run accident should call the Phoenix Police Department at 602-262-6151 or Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS.

Our hearts are with Josue Soto's family and friends as they mourn his loss.