PHOENIX — Following what authorities say was a "meticulous investigation," detectives have arrested a man accused of striking and killing an 8-year-old boy with his truck.
Police said Jerel Glenn was hit by a truck near 67th Avenue and Catalina Drive around 5:05 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 11. The driver fled the scene following the crash.
On Mar. 3, detectives arrested 28-year-old Christopher Silva-Conchillos in connection with the crash. Silva-Conchillos was booked into Maricopa County Jail.
Police described the vehicle involved as a 2000s model, four-door, maroon or faded red Chevy Silverado truck with a chrome strip on the doors. The truck may have damage on its front-passenger side.
According to police, the truck was driving northbound on 67th Avenue when it hit the victim.
On March 2, Phoenix police released photos of the suspected vehicle.
Anyone with information was asked to contact Silent Witness.
Silent Witness:
Arizona's Silent Witness program allows people to send in tips and share information about crimes happening within their local communities.
The program shares unsolved felony case information in multiple ways, including TV, radio and social media.
Anyone who has information on a crime or recognizes a suspect described by the program is asked to call 480-948-6377, go to the program's website online or download the Silent Witness app to provide a tip. The identity of anyone who submits a tip is kept anonymous.
Calls to Silent Witness are answered 24/7 by a live person and submitted tips are accepted at all times. Submitted tips are then sent to the detective(s) in charge of the specific case.
Individuals who submit tips that lead to an arrest or indictment in the case can get a reward of up to $1,000.