January 17, 2025

Search continues for semi truck in hit-and-run case

Steve Smith

Search continues for semi truck in hit-and-run case

Authorities in Arizona are on the lookout for a white semi truck involved in a hit-and-run incident that left a fellow trucker severely injured. The crash happened on November 8, 2024, at around 9:18 p.m. on I-10 near Avra Valley Road.

Details: The victim, a 72-year-old truck driver, was struck while he was outside his disabled vehicle. The semi that hit him didn't stop.

The suspect vehicle has damage on its front passenger side.
Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS) is urging anyone with information to come forward.

By the numbers: Each tip could be critical in solving the case. AZDPS is handling the incident under case number I24066577.

Next steps: Those with tips are asked to report them through the AZDPS tips page online.

The search remains ongoing, with authorities relying on community input to gather more information reported AZDPS.

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