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PHOENIX - A 34-year-old Phoenix man was driving a scooter when he was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver on May 20, police say.
At around 10:15 a.m. near 36th Street and Thomas Road, the victim, 34-year-old Leif Chapin, was driving a Yamaha scooter. Witnesses called 911 when they saw a driver crash into him and quickly leave the scene.
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"Detectives responded to take over the investigation. Preliminary information suggests that Chapin was riding his scooter southbound on 36th Street when a vehicle traveling northbound turned left in from of him resulting in the collision," police said.
Anyone with information is asked to call Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS or 480-TESTIGO for Spanish speakers. You can stay anonymous and may be eligible for a cash reward.
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