Man Fatally Struck in North Phoenix as Driver Detained on Suspicion of DUI

Overview

• Police say the crash happened just before 11 p.m. Friday near 36th Avenue and Northern Avenue.
• Phoenix Fire Department crews pronounced the adult male pedestrian dead at the scene.
• Detectives report the man was crossing outside a crosswalk when he was hit.
• The driver remained at the scene and was processed for DUI as impairment is evaluated.
• Phoenix police’s Vehicular Crimes Unit is leading the ongoing investigation.