A pedestrian and his dog died after they were struck by a vehicle in Boston’s Back Bay neighborhood on Saturday morning, and the driver, who initially fled the scene, has been arrested on a murder charge.
Boston police say the victim, identified only as an elderly male, was hit near the intersection of Commonwealth Avenue and Hereford Street just after 8 a.m. The man was pronounced dead at a local hospital, and his dog also died.
The driver fled the area following the crash. After homicide detectives and a fatal collision investigation team were called in to investigate, a description of the suspect’s vehicle was broadcast, and the vehicle was later found in Brookline, according to Boston police.
The driver fled the area after the crash near the intersection of Commonwealth Avenue and Hereford Street, according to Boston police.
Brookline police say the driver came to their police department, at which time Boston police were contacted, and they responded to the Brookline Police Department.
Boston police say 42-year-old William Haney was arrested by homicide detectives for murder following an exhaustive investigation.
Haney, of Boston, is expected to be arraigned in Boston Municipal Court on Monday morning. It’s unclear if he’s obtained legal representation.
Further information was not immediately available. Police said the victim’s name will be released after an autopsy and full family notifications are made.