Wrong-Way Crash on State Route 51 Left Two Injured

PHOENIX, AZ (February 18, 2022) -A wrong-way collision on State Route 51 left two people injured Friday morning.

DPS received a report about a crash in the northbound lanes of State Route 51 at around 1:30 a.m.

Paramedics immediately responded to the scene upon receiving the report about the crash.

Furthermore, initial reports say that the driver drove into the opposite lane and caused a head-on collision with another vehicle on State Route 51 near Thomas Road.

Moreover, the occupants of the two vehicles sustained injuries.

Meanwhile, the severity of their injuries remained undetermined.

No other details of the crash have been reported as of this time.

An active investigation about the collision remains underway.

When driving, it is important to follow all traffic laws and the conditions of the road. Do not disregard traffic signals. When you see a red light or a stop sign, stop and follow the right-of-way requirements. Do not resort to speeding and taking shortcuts. Always drive in a safe and legal manner to reach your destination safely.


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