Phoenix, AZ — The south Phoenix community is mourning the tragic death of 21-year-old Angel Gamboa-Serrano, who was fatally struck by a vehicle in the early hours of Thursday, June 3, 2025. The accident occurred around 5:00 a.m. near 16th Street and Wier Avenue, according to the Phoenix Police Department.
Authorities say Gamboa-Serrano was hit by a car under circumstances that remain unclear. Emergency crews responded to the scene and transported him to a nearby hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries. The driver of the vehicle was also taken to the hospital with minor injuries.
Details surrounding the moments leading up to the crash have not yet been released, and investigators are working to determine what led to the fatal collision. Police have not said whether impairment, speed, or visibility were factors, and no charges have been announced at this time.
Angel’s untimely passing has devastated his loved ones and shaken the local community. Friends and family remember him as a kind-hearted, gentle young man with a bright smile and a loving spirit. His death has left behind not only pain and unanswered questions but also a deep sense of loss for a life that ended far too soon.
The investigation is ongoing, and anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has relevant information is urged to contact Phoenix Police.
As the community rallies to support Angel’s family, tributes have begun to pour in, honoring a young man remembered for his compassion and positivity. His memory lives on in the hearts of all who knew him.
Rest in peace, Angel Gamboa-Serrano.
