Tolleson, AZ – Two Children Killed in Truck Accident on El Mirage Rd

Tolleson, AZ (August 7, 2020) – Two children were killed in a car crash that occurred on Wednesday near Tolleson, just west of Phoenix.

Per reports from local officers, the accident occurred after a truck driver allegedly ran a stop sign. Officials with the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Department said that a Chevrolet crashed into a sedan that was carrying a woman and her two children, ages 10 and 12. The accident occurred around 4:20 p.m. near El Mirage Road and Southern Avenue.

Authorities said that both children died in the crash, and the mother was transported to the hospital with injuries that were serious but weren’t considered life-threatening. The names and genders of the children haven’t been released, and the identities of the two drivers are also unknown. Sheriff’s officials said the truck driver was also taken to a hospital to be evaluated.

Investigators said that neither driver appeared to be impaired, but they said the accident remains under investigation at this time.

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

Fatal Truck Accidents in Arizona

According to authorities with the Department of Public Safety, there were almost 12,500 truck and bus accidents, nearly 100 of which resulted in deaths in Arizona, in the last year. Nearly 2,728 truck collisions have ended in death, making these accidents some of the most serious and dangerous on the road.

Furthermore, Arizona has some of the most dangerous roads in the entire country, including several of the freeway loops and Interstate 10, which stretches from Phoenix to California. This stretch of highway alone sees an average of 85 deaths per year, and the entire state averages 700 traffic deaths each year.

Many of these fatalities are the result of driver negligence or accidents involving large trucks. And when it comes to truck accidents, victims may suffer from long-term physical issues, costly medical bills, and even job loss or death as a result of their serious injuries. The nature of these large truck and bus collisions means that victims sustain more serious injuries or even lose their lives as a result of the accident.

If you have been injured or lost a loved one in a truck accident, it is a good idea to speak with a truck accident attorney or an Arizona wrongful death attorney about your options moving forward.

At ELG, our compassionate attorneys 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 to seek fair reimbursement for lost wages, medical bills, and emotional trauma.

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 after your visit. So at worst, you get free advice.

And 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, so you can feel confident and assured that we will answer all of your questions.

Please contact our skilled truck accident lawyers for the help you need today 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.