One Hurt in Wrong-Way Accident near Interstate 10

PHOENIX, AZ (February 16, 2024) – Saturday night, one person sustained injuries and one was arrested after a wrong-way crash on 19th Avenue.

Authorities responded to the scene around 10:00 p.m., near Interstate 10 on February 3rd.

According to the Arizona Department of Public Safety, they arrived at the scene and found the three vehicles caused by a wrong-way vehicle where one person fled the scene by foot.

Consequently, the troopers were able to locate the person and they detained him. It was unknown if that person was the wrong-way driver.

Furthermore, at least one occupant from the three vehicles obtained non-life-threatening injuries, and paramedics immediately transported the victim to the hospital for treatment.

At this time, impairment is suspected as a factor in the collision, and further investigation is still ongoing.

One or more poor decisions of a driver can lead to road accidents. That’s why it is important to always focus on the road and be aware of your surroundings when driving. Anticipate what the other drivers might do, especially on a highway or in crowded places. Help prevent accidents by driving defensively.

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