Phoenix, AZ (April 22, 2026) – A woman was seriously injured Tuesday night, April 21, after being struck in a hit-and-run crash near 20th Avenue and Indian School Road.
Emergency units responded to the scene around 10:20 p.m. after reports of a pedestrian collision. Upon arrival, they found the injured woman and provided aid before she was taken to a hospital.
The woman remains in critical condition. The vehicle involved left the scene before officers arrived, and no details about the driver or vehicle have been released.
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as soon as they become available.
We are thinking of those injured as they receive medical care.
Why Hit-and-Run Crashes Often Delay Key Details
Hit-and-run incidents can make it harder to gather early information about a crash. When a driver leaves the scene, there may be limited details about the vehicle involved or how the collision occurred.
Investigators often rely on nearby cameras, witness statements, and physical evidence left behind. In pedestrian crashes, the lack of immediate driver information can slow down efforts to determine what led to the impact.
Urban roads with steady traffic and multiple access points can make it easier for vehicles to leave quickly. This can delay identification, especially when few clear descriptions are available in the early stages.
