A fleeing SUV carrying eight people crossed the I-10 median near mile marker 214 by Eloy, Arizona in an attempt to evade Arizona troopers. After illegally entering eastbound traffic, the driver of the SUV crashed head-on into a tractor-trailer causing several people to be ejected.
The Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) confirmed that two people died at the scene, one died after hospital arrival, while the other ejected passengers are being treated for injuries at local area hospitals.
Furthermore, DPS spokesperson Brad Graves released a statement sharing that federal authorities would be looking into the accident that could have involved “attempted human smuggling activity.”
According to the Arizona Department of Transportation, the wreck was at milepost 213 on I-10 causing lane closures and traffic to be rerouted on the frontage road. Drivers can expect delays and are advised to seek an alternate route.
Our deepest condolences for the lost loved ones and injured after the tragic I-10 car wreck near Eloy and Picacho Peak in between Phoenix and Tucson.
At Lerner and Rowe Injury Attorneys, we understand that time is an important factor of the healing process after a catastrophic accident for both the injured and those mourning after the loss of a loved one. Especially after a car wreck in Phoenix or Tucson caused by the reckless actions of others.
Should you or a loved one ever need the assistance of our legal team after a car wreck on I-10 in southern Arizona, please contact us 24/7. We are here to help during your time of need.
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