UPDATE: Police have identified the motorcyclist who passed away from this morning's hit-and-run as 35-year-old Eric Ray Martinez.
Public Information Officer Sergeant David Fritsch told KGUN 9 it began just after 5 a.m. when police heard about someone hitting a motorcyclist.He said the driver of the vehicle left the scene before authorities arrived.
Sgt. Fritsch confirmed responding emergency crews took the motorcyclist's passenger to the Banner University Medical Center.According to Sgt. Fritsch, although Martinez was wearing his helmet, he did not have a valid driver's license, nor was he properly licensed to drive a motorcycle. Police also found drugs and paraphernalia on Martinez, however, they are unsure whether he was under the influence.
At this time, investigators are focused on tracking down the hit-and-run, suspect driver. If anyone has information relating to this case, please call 911 or 99-CRIME.Caleb Fernández is a digital content producer for KGUN 9. After earning his bachelor's degree from Penn State in Advertising/Public Relations, Caleb went to New York where he learned production assistance, photography and art direction. Share your story ideas and important issues with Caleb by emailing caleb.
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