1 Man Pronounced Dead after Pedestrian Crash near Maricopa Freeway Access Road

PHOENIX, AZ (February 18, 2025) – Late Wednesday evening, one man was fatally struck in a pedestrian collision on 5th Avenue.

Phoenix Police Officers responded to the scene around 11:40 p.m., near Maricopa Freeway Access Road on February 5th.

For reasons under investigation, the driver of a vehicle struck a male pedestrian in the area. Paramedics arrived and transported the man to a nearby hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries.

Meanwhile, the involved driver remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation.

Emergency crews closed off the surrounding area for a brief time during cleanup and preliminary duties.

At this time, an active investigation to determine further information is still currently underway. Once available, more details will be provided about the fatal pedestrian collision on 5th Avenue.

Our warm and sincerest sympathies go out to the friends and family of the deceased man during this devastating time. May you find comfort and strength through the memories of your loved one.

It is important to have strong legal representation on your side when losing a loved one in a pedestrian crash. Reach out to the personal injury and wrongful death attorneys at Sweet James today. Call us today at 1-844-363-7713 for a free and confidential case evaluation. You can reach us 24 hours a day and 7 days a week through email, text, and online chat.