Fatal Single Vehicle Crash Kills Two on Interstate 17
Arizona Department of Public Safety has reported another fatal accident involving a single vehicle on Interstate 17 near Flagstaff Tuesday night (AZ Central 08/09/2011).
DPS say two people died in the accident which occurred around 8:45 p.m. after the vehicle lost control and veered into the median. The car overturned several times trapping the two victims.
The driver, a 19-year-old male of Scottsdale, died at the scene while his female teen passenger was flown to a local hospital where she was later pronounced dead. He was supposedly on his way back to Flagstaff to re-enroll at Northern Arizona University following a semester off.
Investigations reveal that the two were wearing safety belts at the time of the accident and no other vehicles were involved.
DPS officials believe alcohol was not a factor and are still continuing investigations.
It is very unfortunate that two very young lives were lost in this tragic car accident. Our hearts go out to the family and friends of the victims.
Motor vehicle crashes have notoriously been known to kill thousands of people in the U.S. each year. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) 2009 data reveal that 33,808 people died in motor vehicle crashes in the country. Though alarmingly high, NHTSA reports that roadway fatalities were actually at its lowest since 1950 – a period when automobiles where significantly less in numbers compared to today.
If you or a loved one has been in a car accident and would like to receive compensation related to a personal injury, don’t hesitate to call us at (602) 267-1280. One of our Arizona accident lawyers will be ready for a free consultation.
