The multi-vehicle collision occurred near 23rd Avenue and Happy Valley Road at about 2 p.m., according to the Phoenix Fire Department.
Once firefighters arrived at the scene, an individual had to be extricated from a wrecked vehicle.
Two men and a women were taken to the hospital. Two of the patients were listed as being in “extremely critical condition” and the third was in “critical condition,” officials said. One of the men, identified as 28-year-old Cole Boaz, has since been pronounced dead.
Phoenix police are currently investigating how the collision occurred.
We extend our condolences to the family and friends of the victims of this crash.
Deaths on Arizona roads
Data from the Arizona Department of Transportation shows that roadway fatalities have been gradually rising in Arizona over the last years:
- 2016: 952 deaths
- 2017: 1,000 deaths
- 2018: 1,010 deaths
- 2019: 982 deaths
- 2020: 1,057 deaths
Call (602)254-6071 to talk with an Arizona personal injury attorney if you or a loved one were injured in a car accident.
Source: 12 News