Tucson, AZ – Deborah Wildfang ID’d in Fatal Car Accident at Huntington Park Dr
Tucson, AZ (December 13, 2019) – Officers with the Tucson Police Department have released details after a fatal collision that happened on Wednesday.
According to information from the TPD, Deborah L. Wildfang, 62, was driving a Kia Optima in the center lane of North Huntington Park Drive when an eastbound Toyota Rav4 SUV struck her around 7:00 p.m.
Wildfang was pronounced dead shortly after being transported to the hospital.
Witnesses told police that the other driver in the SUV was speeding, as well as weaving in and out of traffic with no headlights on before the crash. The man was treated for serious injuries at a hospital and released. DUI officers determined he was not impaired during the crash, but the investigation is ongoing.
Our condolences go out to the family of Deborah L. Wildfang.
Serious Injury Crashes in Arizona
More than half of the 55,000 total crashes that took place across the state in 2018 involved multiple vehicles and at least two injured victims. And on the whole, the rate of serious injury wrecks has risen in Arizona, according to data from the Arizona Department of Transportation.
Serious long-term injuries, expensive medical bills, and even job loss are just a few of the serious consequences that affect victims and their families following car wrecks. But those affected can contact a Phoenix crash injury lawyer for help. In some cases, victims may seek the fair compensation they deserve from a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit.
Our skilled, compassionate accident attorneys at ELG Law have years of experience advocating for victims and their families and seeking fair compensation for those affected by accidents. Contact our auto accident lawyers at (623) 562-3838 to schedule your free consultation today and learn more about your options.
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