Tragic Hit-and-Run in Mesa Claims One Life

MESA, Ariz. — A tragic accident occurred on Saturday evening, resulting in a fatality after a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle that fled the scene, as reported by the Mesa Police Department.

The incident took place shortly after 6 p.m. near the intersection of University and Stapley drives. Authorities stated that the victim was walking in the road when they were hit by the car, which subsequently left the area.

Police are actively investigating the incident. Officers are gathering information from witnesses and are seeking any surveillance footage that could assist in identifying the vehicle and its driver.

As a result of the investigation, Stapley Drive has been closed in both directions from University Drive to Brown Road.

No identification has been made public for those involved in the crash at this time. Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact Mesa police at (480) 644-2211, option 2.

This is a developing story, and updates will be provided as new information becomes available.