Maricopa, AZ – Fatal Two-Car Commercial Truck Accident Reported on SR 347 at Riggs Rd

Maricopa, AZ (December 22, 2020) – A deadly commercial truck accident closed the southbound lanes of State Route 347 near Maricopa on Tuesday morning.

Per reports from authorities responding to the scene, the commercial truck accident happened at 9:30 a.m. on southbound SR 347 at Riggs Road. Officials with the Arizona Department of Transportation tweeted a photo of the crash, which showed a white passenger car that had crashed into a commercial box truck. The southbound lanes were shut down but reopened at 1:30 p.m. after investigators cleared the scene. Local EMTs were also seen and appeared to transport at least one victim to the hospital.

It is not clear what led to the commercial truck accident, and no further details have been released at this time. The accident remains under investigation.

Our deepest condolences go out to the family of the deceased victim. Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.

Fatal Commercial Truck Accidents in Arizona

Arizona authorities released a report that showed Commercial vehicle driving is hazardous not just to the drivers but also to their passengers, other drivers, and pedestrians. In 2018, 5,096 crashes involving these vehicles resulted in the death of the truck driver or another person. According to data released by the Department of Public Safety, more than 11,000 of these serious accidents in Arizona 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 commercial and semi truck 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 a Phoenix 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.

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. Our compassionate Phoenix accident attorneys are here to help you safeguard your legal rights and learn more about filing a claim.

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.

ELG’s Arizona 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 in Arizona today at (623) 877-3600 to schedule your consultation.