TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — San Xavier patrol deputies responded to the area of Bopp Road and Irene Boulevard in response to a 911 call reporting an individual laying in the highway.
As deputies arrived, they found a woman in the roadway with obvious signs of trauma from being hit by a vehicle.
The woman was identified as 30-year-old Vanessa Garcia, was pronounced dead on scene.
Deputies confirm the driver involved did not remain at the location of the crash.
Through investigative efforts, a person of interest was discovered.
At this time no arrests have been made and the investigation remains ongoing.
Anyone with information, contact 911 or 88-CRIME.
Original story:
Pima County Sheriff's deputies investigated a suspicious death Thursday near Bopp Road and Irene Boulevard.
Bopp was shut down in both directions at Rena Road.
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