Phoenix, AZ – Multiple Lanes Closed for Injury Accident on L-101 at SR 51
Phoenix, AZ (July 12, 2019) – A car accident on Thursday evening, July 11th, closed multiple lanes on Loop 101 westbound near State Route 51.
According to officials, the incident occurred around 9:41 p.m., which backed up traffic for several miles. Officials said the injury accident involved multiple vehicles across several lanes on L-101, also known as the Pima Freeway, blocking them.
Police and fire rescue units were on the scene to assist the auto accident victims. All lanes re-opened around 11:10 p.m., but identities of the injured victim(s) and their conditions have not yet been released.
Investigators have not yet determined the cause of the L-101 wreck.
Injury Auto Accidents in Arizona
Following a year-over-year increase in dangerous accidents across the state, almost 40,000 injury accidents occurred in Arizona in 2018. These serious accidents, involving injuries, fatalities, or both, have been steadily rising since 2016. And with the warmer temperatures of summer bringing more traffic to highways, the risk of these dangerous incidents increases.
Serious car accidents can mean unforeseen, often tragic consequences for victims and their families. But the victims of these incidents can contact an auto accident attorney in Phoenix for help, and in some cases, get their fair compensation from a wrongful death or personal injury lawsuit.
Our knowledgeable car accident lawyers at ELG Law have years of experience in helping victims and their families and are ready to help you today. Contact our car accident attorneys at (623) 562-3838 to schedule your free, no-hassle 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.
