The Dallas Police Department has made an arrest in the hit-and-run death of a local comedian .

DPD confirmed Saturday that Angel Vergara Rosas was arrested on Sept. 3 and charged with collision involving death. Police did not say what led them to Vergara Rosas or provide any additional information about the case.

It is also unclear whether Vergara Rosas is still in jail or out on bond. CBS News Texas is working to confirm those details.

Henry Cruz killed in crash near Deep Ellum

The victim, 29-year-old Henry Cruz, was a standup comedian based in Dallas who performed at clubs in the area.

Police said Cruz was hit and killed near Elm Street and the I-345 ramp, between Downtown Dallas and Deep Ellum, just after 2 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 23. The suspect did not stop, police said.

Noah

See Full Page