Police have arrested a suspect in connection with a deadly hit-and-run crash that killed a bicyclist early Monday morning in Glendale, authorities said.
Oscar Octavio Zavala-Salazar, 47, was taken into custody Tuesday and booked on a felony hit-and-run charge. Investigators have not yet said which part of the crash Zavala-Salazar is accused of being involved in or what led officers to identify him as a suspect.
Crash
The collision occurred just before 4 a.m. Monday on Grand Avenue near Myrtle Avenue, north of Glendale Avenue, according to police.
Investigators said a bicyclist was struck by a vehicle and then hit by two additional vehicles moments later. None of the drivers involved stopped at the scene, police said.
The city of Glendale’s Real-Time Crime Center reviewed video and other data that helped determine the sequence of events, authorities said.
Victim
The bicyclist was identified as 25-year-old Mayah Telles. She was transported to a hospital following the crash, where she later died from her injuries.
When Arizona’s Family arrived at the scene, a damaged bicycle could be seen lying in the roadway, highlighting the severity of the collision.
Police have not released additional details about Telles or where she was traveling at the time of the crash.
Arrest
Zavala-Salazar was arrested Tuesday on a felony hit-and-run charge. Authorities have not said whether he is accused of striking the bicyclist initially or being one of the subsequent drivers who hit her after she was already down in the roadway.
Police also have not said whether impairment, speed, or other contributing factors are suspected.
Investigation
It remains unclear whether additional arrests or charges may follow. Police said they are still investigating the involvement of the other drivers and determining whether further enforcement action will be taken.
Anyone with information related to the crash is encouraged to contact Glendale police as the investigation continues.
FAQs
When did the crash occur?
Just before 4 a.m. Monday in Glendale.
Who was the victim?
The bicyclist was identified as 25-year-old Mayah Telles.
Who was arrested?
Oscar Octavio Zavala-Salazar, 47.
How many vehicles were involved?
Police say three vehicles struck the bicyclist.
Is the investigation still ongoing?
Yes, police are continuing the investigation.
