Police said a driver was driving eastbound on Greenway Road and was trying to turn left to head north on Cave Creek Road when he failed to yield to a female cyclist. The driver stopped the vehicle and the passenger got out. The driver, a 47-year-old man, then fled the scene.
Phoenix, AZ. – A bicyclist was killed after a traffic collision early Tuesday morning in Phoenix, according to the Phoenix Police Department.
The accident occurred at about 5:54 a.m. on June 9 at the Greenway Road and Cave Creek Road intersection.
Police said a driver was driving eastbound on Greenway Road and was trying to turn left to head north on Cave Creek Road when he failed to yield to a female cyclist. The driver stopped the vehicle and the passenger got out. The driver, a 47-year-old man, then fled the scene.
The female bicyclist was rushed to the hospital where she died.
The driver was located at a nearby home and was arrested.
It was not known why the passenger left the scene and police didn’t say if authorities are searching for that individual.
No additional details regarding this crash were provided.
An investigation is underway.
Have you lost a loved one in a bicycle accident? A personal injury attorney will help you get the justice and compensation you deserve.