Tucson, AZ – UPDATE: Tiffany Duarte Killed in Crash at Valencia Rd & Country Club Rd
Tucson, AZ (February 25, 2020) – One person has died as the result of an accident on the south side of Tucson that occurred yesterday.
Around 1:10 p.m., officers from Operations Division South were dispatched to the intersection of East Valencia Road and South Country Club Road for a fatal vehicle collision. Upon arrival, Tucson Fire rescue personnel were on scene rendering aid to several injured passengers.
The driver of a 2016 Jeep Patriot had suffered severe injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver was identified as 37-year-old Tiffany Duarte.
Tucson Fire transported two other adult victims to Banner University Medical Center, one with minor injuries and the other with serious injuries. Traffic Detectives were contacted and responded to continue the investigation. According to witness interviews, the Jeep Patriot was traveling westbound on Valencia Road when it collided with a 2014 Volkswagen Jetta traveling eastbound on Valencia Road. The two vehicles collided in the middle of the intersection, per reports from officers on the scene. The driver of the Jetta stopped immediately and remained at the scene for the investigation.
The investigation is ongoing and no charges or citations have been issued at this time.
We would like to offer our condolences to the family of Tiffany Duarte. Our thoughts are with any injured victims in hopes of a full recovery.
Fatal Car Accidents in Arizona
Serious car accidents involving injuries or deaths are on the rise across the state of Arizona, with most of those crashes involving multiple injuries and several drivers. In fact, more than 1,000 fatalities as a result of car accidents took place in the last couple of years alone. And according to the Arizona Department of Transportation, driver impairment or negligence is responsible for a large portion of these serious vehicle accidents.
Long-term injuries, financial woes, and even job loss or death are just some of the tragic consequences that may befall victims and their families after these critical accidents. But those affected can contact a Phoenix accident lawyer for help. In some cases, victims and their families can seek fair compensation from a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit.
Our car accident lawyers at ELG Law have years of experience advocating for victims and their families. Even minor collisions can cause stress, hassle, and emotional or physical harm in the long term, so it’s important for those affected to reach out to a lawyer as soon as possible. Contact our skilled auto accident attorneys at (623) 562-3838 to schedule your free, no-hassle consultation today and learn more about your options.
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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.
