Hit-and-run suspect who hit a light pole turns himself in
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) - The Yuma Police Department (YPD) says the suspect involved in a hit-and-run over the weekend turned himself in Tuesday evening.
According to a press release, the hit-and-run happened Sunday before 6:20 p.m. in the area of First and Gila Street.
YPD says there was a "road rage incident" that happened between a red Honda Civic and a black Dodge Journey.
The driver of the Honda ran away, prior to officers' arrival, after the passenger of the Dodge, a 23-year-old man, was hit by the Honda, along with a light pole, according to YPD.
YPD also says a witness shared video of the victim "making contact" and kicking the Honda's side passenger door, which led to the driver of the Honda backing up and chasing the victim. The driver hit both the victim and the light pole.
There was a fight that happened prior to the video being recorded, YPD says.
The victim was taken to Onvida Health, was treated for minor injuries, and there were no other injuries reported, according to YPD.
YPD says the driver of the Honda, a 24-year-old man, turned himself in before 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, and was arrested and booked on multiple felony charges, including attempted first-degree murder, leaving the scene of an accident and criminal damage.
The investigation is still ongoing. If anyone has information regarding the case, call YPD at (928) 783-4421 or 78-CRIME at (928) 782-7463 to remain anonymous.
