Tucson, AZ – Man Struck & Injured in Pedestrian Crash at Prince Rd & 1st Ave

Tucson, AZ (January 19, 2020) – Officers from the Tucson Police Department responded to the intersection of Prince Road and 1st Avenue after a serious injury collision on Sunday afternoon.

According to authorities, the crash involved a male pedestrian and two vehicles. The male pedestrian was transported to the hospital via ambulance with serious injuries. The drivers of the two vehicles remained at the scene, but their identifying information and current conditions have not been released.

The intersection was blocked off for several hours as officers investigated the accident.

Our thoughts go out to the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.

Injurious Pedestrian Accidents in Arizona

Year after year, Arizona claims one of the highest rates of pedestrian deaths across the country. In fact, Arizona topped the list of deadliest states for pedestrians last year, according to the Governor’s Highway Safety Association. Recent data show that Arizona had a pedestrian death rate of 1.4 deaths per 100,000 people for the first six months, recording nearly 200 pedestrian deaths total by the end of the year.

Oftentimes, injurious pedestrian accidents result in tragic consequences for victims and their families. However, victims can contact a personal injury attorney in Phoenix for help, and in some cases, seek fair compensation and justice through a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit.

Our skilled wrongful death lawyers at ELG Law are ready to answer your call and have years of experience in helping victims and their families. Contact our accident attorneys today at (623) 562-3838 to schedule your free, no-obligation consultation.

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Disclaimer: As members of the local Phoenix and broader Arizona community, we hope everyone in our community is safe and protected. We cover the events included in this blog as a way to offer support to the victims in similar circumstances and to provide relief during these difficult times. However, this information should not be misconstrued as legal advice, and you should speak with a trained legal professional for more information regarding your situation.