Tempe, AZ – 1 Killed & 4 Injured After Crash on L-202 at McClintock Dr
Tempe, AZ (October 11, 2019) – One person was killed and four others were transported to a hospital with serious injuries after an accident on Friday.
Department of Public Safety spokesman Bart Graves said that crews responded to the four-vehicle collision on eastbound Loop 202, also known as the Red Mountain Freeway, at McClintock Drive. The chain-reaction accident happened around 3:00 p.m. News footage from the incident showed that the multi-car accident blocked three lanes of traffic as emergency crews arrived on the scene. Paramedics worked to rescue the victims and transport them to a local area hospital via ambulance shortly after the accident occurred.
One victim was pronounced dead at the scene, but the conditions of the other hospitalized victims are unknown.
Officers from the Tempe Police Department are still investigating the crash at this time.
Our condolences go out to the family of the deceased victim. Our thoughts are with the injured victims in hopes of a full recovery.
Multi-Car Accidents in Arizona
A recent report released by the Arizona Department of Transportation showed that nearly 50,000 injuries occurred as a result of crashes last year alone. In fact, injurious accidents are on the rise across the state. And these incidents can mean stressful consequences for victims and their families, including long-term physical problems, financial difficulties, and emotional trauma.
But those affected by these devastating wrecks can seek help from an accident lawyer, especially when they’ve been involved in a wreck caused by the negligent actions of another driver. With the help of a skilled lawyer, victims who have suffered in an accident through no fault of their own can protect their legal rights.
At ELG Law, our skilled team of injury accident lawyers has years of experience fighting for victims and their families after these unfortunate accidents. Contact our accident attorneys today 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.
