Woman seriously injured in hit-and-run near Phoenix–Glendale border as police search for driver

Crash reported near 59th Avenue and Bethany Home Road

A woman suffered life-threatening injuries in a hit-and-run crash near the Phoenix–Glendale border, prompting an ongoing investigation and renewed calls from police for witnesses to come forward.

The collision was reported around 6 a.m. on Nov. 10, 2025, near the intersection of 59th Avenue and Bethany Home Road, a corridor that runs along the boundary between Phoenix and Glendale in the West Valley. First responders arriving at the scene found the woman badly injured and transported her to a nearby hospital for emergency treatment.

Driver left the scene before officers arrived

Investigators say the driver suspected of striking the woman fled before police reached the location. No arrest was announced in the initial hours of the investigation, and the woman’s condition was described as serious and potentially life-threatening.

Hit-and-run investigations typically rely on physical evidence left at the scene, surveillance footage from nearby properties or traffic infrastructure, and accounts from witnesses who may have seen the vehicle or the moments leading up to the crash. In the early phase of such cases, police also work to establish the direction of travel, potential points where vehicle damage may have been visible, and whether the driver may have attempted to conceal evidence afterward.

Traffic impacts and scene management

The investigation led to traffic restrictions in the area while officers documented the scene. Authorities advised drivers to avoid the intersection as crews worked and the roadway remained partially restricted during the response.

Major intersections along Bethany Home Road and 59th Avenue can experience heavy commuter traffic during morning hours, increasing the likelihood of secondary delays when lanes are closed for emergency operations and collision reconstruction.

What investigators typically ask the public to report

Police commonly request information that can help narrow the search for a suspect vehicle. Useful details can include the vehicle’s color, make and model, direction of travel after the collision, partial license plate numbers, or whether the vehicle appeared to have front-end or windshield damage. Video from doorbell cameras and business security systems in the surrounding blocks can also be critical in identifying a vehicle and establishing a timeline.

• Any firsthand observation of the collision or the vehicle immediately afterward
• Dashcam footage recorded near 59th Avenue and Bethany Home Road around the time of the crash
• Surveillance video from nearby homes, apartment complexes, or businesses

Authorities have emphasized that the investigation remains active as they work to identify the driver and vehicle involved.

The woman’s identity was not released in initial public updates, and no further details were provided on whether impairment or speed were suspected factors. The investigation remained ongoing as of the latest available report.