The Buckeye Police Department, Arizona, has identified the 16-year-old teenager found dead on Interstate 10 on May 22nd. On Thursday, June 11th, they disclosed the victim’s name as Anaiah Walker.
Although there was no accident report when the police discovered the teenager’s body, spokeswoman Donna Rossi said that they located the body of Walker in the center median of the freeway near Watson Road. An investigation uncovered that the victim was declared missing by the Mesa Police Department in December.
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The spokeswoman said that the investigators believe that Walker was a victim of a hit-and-run accident. Rossi added that the police are working every inch of the case to find the driver responsible for the death of the teenager.
The victim’s family is offering a $10 000 reward for anyone that can provide information that would lead to the arrest of the driver. Tipsters should contact the BPD at the station or the listed line.
Under Arizona law, drivers involved in a car accident must remain at the scene, exchange information, and display a driver’s license upon request. If the crash involves injury, drivers must render reasonable assistance, help coordinate medical transportation, and give notice to law enforcement.
If a person hits an unattended parked vehicle, he or she must immediately stop and try to locate the owner. If the latter is not around, the driver must leave a note that provides his or her name, address, and name of the vehicle owner. The motorist should also do the same when he or she hits a sign, fence, or mailbox.
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