In the early hours of Wednesday, October 16, 2024, Phoenix Police and Fire crews responded to a tragic incident at the intersection of Cave Creek Road and Cheryl Drive. At approximately 1:30 a.m., a scooter-riding adult male was struck by a white Chevrolet Camaro traveling northbound on Cave Creek Road.
Authorities report that the pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene following the collision. The driver of the Camaro stayed at the scene and is cooperating fully with the ongoing investigation. Officers and detectives are interviewing the driver and conducting field tests to assess whether speed or impairment may have contributed to the accident.
Phoenix Police have implemented a full road closure on Cave Creek Road from Holiday Parkway to North 13th Street to allow Vehicular Crimes Unit detectives to investigate thoroughly. Officials anticipate the closure will remain in place for several hours.
Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses, and authorities urge drivers to seek alternate routes during the closure. Phoenix Police express condolences to the family of the deceased and remind the public of the critical importance of caution on roadways.