Street Race Crash on 35th Avenue Left Pedestrian Lifeless [Phoenix, AZ]

Driver Arrested after Crash on 35th Avenue and Lincoln Street in Phoenix

Phoenix, AZ (August 11, 2023) – Monday morning, a pedestrian died in a crash on 35th Avenue and Lincoln Street.

The crash happened at approximately 8:45 a.m. on August 7.

Phoenix Police said two vehicles were racing estimated to be driving in excess of 70 miles per hour when approaching the railroad tracks. 

When the vehicles crossed over the railroad tracks north of Harrison Street, one went airborne, lost control, and swerved onto the sidewalk.

 A pedestrian was on the sidewalk at the time and was struck and killed.

The vehicle that hit the pedestrian immediately left the scene while the other driver parked and returned to the scene on foot.

Police then arrested a 36-year-old man who was booked for one count of second-degree murder and one count of leaving an accident with death or injury.

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We at Sweet Lawyers extend our sympathy and condolences to the family and loved ones of the deceased victim. May the bereaved find strength and comfort in this difficult time.

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