Phoenix, AZ, November 9, 2026 —

Authorities in midtown Phoenix are actively seeking public assistance in connection with a fatal hit-and-run collision that claimed the life of a 35-year-old woman. The incident occurred on October 24th along Missouri Avenue.

The victim has been identified as Genieve Vega. Reports indicate that Ms. Vega was walking her dog at the time of the collision. The specific time of the incident has not been provided.

According to the Phoenix Police Department, the vehicle involved is described as a champagne-colored Toyota Sienna minivan. The driver of this vehicle reportedly fled the scene of the accident immediately after striking Ms. Vega. Information regarding the driver’s identity or any further descriptions of the individual was not immediately available.

The condition of Ms. Vega’s dog following the incident has not been disclosed. Detectives are continuing their investigation and are urging anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has any information regarding the champagne-colored Toyota Sienna minivan to come forward.

The police department stated that they are gathering evidence and reviewing any available surveillance footage from the area where the incident took place. Further details about the circumstances leading up to the collision are expected as the investigation progresses. The contractor’s name, if applicable, was not provided. The fine amount was not provided.

Anyone with relevant information is encouraged to contact the Phoenix Police Department. Additional details regarding the investigation’s next steps were not provided.



Story summarized from the original created by Brian Petersheim on www.azfamily.com, see more information here.

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