20-Year-Old Male Pedestrian Dies after Fatal Hit-and-Run Incident near Buckeye Road

PHOENIX, AZ (September 27, 2023) – On Thursday evening, police responded to a hit-and-run crash that killed Leandro Cortez.

The incident happened on September 21st around 7:30 p.m. near the area of 7th Street and Buckeye Road.

According to the Phoenix police, they arrived at the scene where they found 20-year-old Leandro Cortez lying on the roadway with significant injuries.

Furthermore, the paramedics performed life-saving efforts to Cortez but he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Upon investigation, the officers learned that Cortez crossed mid-block along 7th Street when he was struck by a passing vehicle headed northbound. The vehicle immediately drove off upon hitting Cortez.

Moreover, there was no information available about the suspect. Also, any witnesses are urged to call the Silent Witness at 480(WITNESS) or 480(TESTIGO).

No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow felt during this delicate moment. Our deepest condolences and sympathies are with the family and friends of Leandro Cortez.

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