Phoenix, AZ – Injuries Reported in Truck Crash on L-101 at Northern Ave
Phoenix, AZ (May 6, 2020) – Traffic slowed to a crawl on Wednesday after a serious crash occurred on northbound Loop 101 near the Northern Avenue exit.
Authorities from the Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) say that a semi-truck collided with several other vehicles in the right lanes. Debris was also strewn in the area, and multiple fire trucks and ambulances surrounded the scene.
DPS officials say that there were injuries reported, but it’s not clear how many people were hurt. The crash shut down the entire highway for several hours, with only the left lane passable.
The investigation into the accident is ongoing.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Injurious Truck Accidents in Arizona
There were almost 12,500 truck and bus accidents across Arizona in 2012, 97 of which resulted in deaths. Almost 2,728 crashes with trucks ended in at least one fatality, making truck collisions one of the most serious and dangerous threats that motorists encounter on the road.
If you have been injured or lost a loved one in one of these accidents, it is a good idea to speak with a truck accident attorney or an Arizona injury attorney about your options moving forward.
At ELG, our truck accident lawyers have years of experience in helping victims and families in need after crashes that occur through no fault of their own. If you’ve been affected by a serious injury crash, you deserve reimbursement for lost wages, medical bills, emotional trauma, and more. Please reach out to us for the help you deserve at (623) 877-3600.
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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.
