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Multi-vehicle fatality crash reported on Loop 202 in Phoenix, Arizona

Modified Date: 
Sun, 09/29/2024 - 7:03am
Accident Date: 
Sunday, September 29, 2024

Section of Loop 202 westbound shut down after deadly crash Sunday morning

Arizona Department of Public Safety officials say they were originally called to the area on the Loop 202 near 24th Street for a multi-vehicle injury crash.

Deadly crash shuts down westbound Loop 202 in Phoenix

Troopers confirmed that at least one person was killed as a result of the wreck.

 

Phoenix, Arizona, sees a high number of car crashes each year due to its expansive roadways and growing population. The Arizona Department of Transportation reported thousands of traffic accidents in the Phoenix metropolitan area, with many occurring on major highways like Loop 202, I-10, and the I-17 corridor. Common factors contributing to crashes include speeding, distracted driving, and impaired driving, with intersections and high-traffic zones being hotspots for collisions. Unfortunately, a significant portion of these accidents results in severe injuries or fatalities, highlighting the ongoing safety challenges for drivers in the region.
 

Here are some key traffic safety organizations and agencies focused on improving road safety in Phoenix and across Arizona:

  1. Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT)

    • ADOT oversees highway safety and provides information on traffic conditions, road projects, and safety initiatives across Arizona.
    • ADOT Traffic Safety

  2. Governor's Office of Highway Safety (GOHS)

    • The GOHS is responsible for promoting highway safety programs, focusing on areas like seat belt use, impaired driving prevention, and public education.
    • GOHS Arizona

  3. Phoenix Street Transportation Department

    • This department focuses on maintaining and improving the safety and efficiency of Phoenix’s streets, including traffic calming, safety projects, and pedestrian safety.
    • Phoenix Street Transportation

  4. Arizona AAA Traffic Safety Foundation

    • AAA Arizona is actively involved in promoting driver education, teen driver safety, and advocating for traffic safety legislation.
    • AAA Arizona Traffic Safety

  5. Arizona Trauma Association (AzTA)

    • The AzTA works on reducing trauma-related injuries, including those caused by traffic accidents, through prevention programs and public health initiatives.
    • Arizona Trauma Association

These organizations and agencies are dedicated to improving road safety and providing resources for drivers in Phoenix and throughout Arizona.

 
What you need to know after a serious Phoenix car accident

When someone has been seriously injured in a car crash in Phoenix, they must deal with medical bills and lost wages.

After a serious car collision, it is crucial to quickly get the information needed to make good decisions. Getting appropriate medical treatment is just one aspect of recovering. Getting help in handling the personal injury insurance claim that will begin financial recovery is another.

If the injuries are serious, it is best to contact an experienced Phoenix injury lawyer for a free, no-obligation consultation. Serious injury accident claims are hard to handle without the help of a good lawyer who understands the process. Learn more about how an experienced Phoenix car accident attorney can help.

Spinal cord injuries are not uncommon following many kinds of accidents. A person will usually require intense medical care to recover from them, and many can’t return to the work they did before the injury. When an accident causes this serious type of harm, the victim can bring a personal injury claim against any party responsible for it. A good Phoenix spinal cord injury attorney can help by handling the insurance claim after a serious car crash.

Type: Car Accident
Roadway: 
Loop 202
City: 
Phoenix, AZ
County: 
Maricopa County, AZ
Area: 
Phoenix, AZ