Phoenix, AZ – UPDATE: Details Released After Wrong-Way Crash on I-17
Phoenix, AZ (October 2, 2019) – Officials from the Arizona Department of Public Safety have released new details after a wrong-way crash on Interstate 17 Monday night that sent four people to the hospital.
Troopers were alerted to a vehicle traveling northbound in the southbound lanes of I-17 near Jefferson Street just after 9:30 p.m. The wrong-way driver collided with three other vehicles only minutes later. According to a statement from Phoenix police officers, the driver was is a 40-year-old man who was driving a black Dodge sedan.
Two of the victims, a 20-year-old man and a 20-year-old woman, were traveling in a white GMC pickup at the time of the accident. The other two were identified as a 61-year-old Surprise man who was driving a white Dodge van and a 19-year-old man who was driving a silver Mercedes sedan.
DPS officials say that two of the victims suffered serious injuries and four total individuals were transported to a local hospital via ambulance. The wrong-way driver also suffered life-threatening injuries and may be hospitalized for an extended period of time, per information from authorities.
The crash remains under investigation at this time.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families. We hope for their full recovery.
Wrong-Way Accidents in Arizona
Whether it’s speeding, reckless or distracted driving, or driving while impaired, the negligent actions of drivers can cause serious accidents. And wrong-way collisions, more than any other type of crash, occur when a driver is distracted or impaired. In fact, studies show that nearly 90 percent of wrecks are caused by some sort of driver negligence.
From serious long-term injuries to costly medical expenses and even job loss, tragic, unforeseen consequences may plague victims and their families after these wrecks. But those affected can contact a Phoenix accident lawyer for help, and in some cases, seek the fair compensation they deserve from a personal injury suit or wrongful death suit.
Our car accident attorneys at ELG Law have years of experience advocating for victims and their families affected by these wrecks. Contact our knowledgeable auto accident lawyers at (623) 562-3838 to schedule your free, no-hassle consultation today and safeguard your legal rights.
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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.
