A Phoenix man accused of leaving the scene after striking a 66-year-old bicyclist allegedly told the truck’s owner that the damage came from “hitting an animal.” Phoenix police say Jesus Alejandro Cardenas Angulo, 32, was driving a friend’s white GMC pickup near 16th Street and University Drive around 5:45 a.m. on September 14 when he struck Amado Rodriguez Jr., who was crossing the road on his bicycle. The impact threw Rodriguez from the bike, which was dragged several feet before coming loose. Rodriguez passed away from his injuries. Investigators believe speed contributed to the crash and say the driver left before officers arrived. Two days later, police found the damaged truck near 47th and Olive avenues. Its owner said he had loaned it to Angulo, who allegedly claimed he needed a new windshield after striking an animal. Police say Angulo later admitted he was driving and left because he was scared. Angulo was booked on charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene of a fatal cra...