Mesa, AZ – Officers Investigating Injury Crash at L-202 & Higley Rd
Mesa, AZ (January 2, 2021) – A multi-car accident on Loop 202 near Higley Road resulted in at least one injured victim on Friday evening.
According to officers from the Mesa Police Department, emergency crews and local authorities were called to the scene near the Higley Road off-ramp around 10:30 p.m. Authorities say a sedan was traveling westbound on L-202 when it collided with another passenger vehicle, causing a crash in the right lanes of the highway near Higley and restricting access. The area was closed while police worked to clear the scene and investigate the wreck.
However, they haven’t released further details on the events leading up to the collision. First responders said that initial reports stated that up to three vehicles were involved in the chain-reaction collision. EMTs also responded to the scene shortly after the wreck occurred to treat victims, though the severity of the victims’ injuries is unclear.
The cause of the crash is under investigation, and the victims are not being identified at this time.
Our thoughts are with any injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Serious Car Wrecks in Arizona
Almost 130,000 collisions happened in Arizona last year alone, according to data released by the Arizona Department of Public Safety. Of these collisions, more than 11,000 involved at least two drivers and several injuries or deaths. Furthermore, there has been a 19% increase in accidents and a 25% overall increase in fatalities across the state in the last decade. Serious motor vehicle crashes have also resulted in billions of dollars in economic losses to the state of Arizona over the past several years.
It’s clear that multi-car accidents causing injuries are an unfortunately common part of life in Arizona. When multiple victims are injured in an accident, they may have to deal with other drivers’ insurance companies, long-term physical pain, and expensive hospital bills. Occasionally, as a result of these incidents, victims succumb to their injuries, leaving their grieving families to cope with emotional trauma and financial difficulties as a result of another driver’s negligence.
But the victims and their families affected by these wrecks can seek help from an Arizona injury attorney. A skilled attorney can help victims seek justice and the fair compensation they deserve from suffering in an accident that occurred through no fault of their own.
ELG’s Pheonix car accident attorneys have years of experience when it comes to fighting for victims and their families. If you’ve been involved in a crash caused by the negligent actions of another driver, contact our accident attorneys Phoenix today at (623) 877-3600 or https://elgphx.com/contact/ to schedule your consultation.
We will gladly review the facts of your case and tailor our advice to match the specific needs of your case. Every consultation is free and there is no obligation to retain us. So at worst, you get free advice.
At ELG, we do not cut corners and use intake specialists or a non-attorney to talk or meet with you. We guarantee your consultation will be with one of our experienced injury attorneys that only handle accident matters. That means that you and your family can feel confident and assured that we will answer all your questions. Call us any time at (623) 877-3600. Our compassionate attorneys in Arizona are here to help you safeguard your legal rights and learn more about filing a claim.
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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.
