Multi-Vehicle Accident Near 27th Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona

The Phoenix Fire Department was kept busy around 7:25 Am on January 27^th,2020, when they had to respond to a collision that took place near 27^th Avenue. This was a multi-vehicle accident that occurred when an SUV went through a red light and hit a white sedan. The police investigation determined that both drivers did not leave the scene, and there was no indication of impairment regarding either driver.

Nine people were injured. Two involved in the collision needed medical attention right away. These were a twelve-year-old girl and a seven-year-old girl. They were both taken to the hospital immediately, but neither of the girls had life-threatening injuries, according to Sgt. Maggie Cox. Sgt. Cox is a public relations offers with the Phoenix Police Department. No details were provided regarding the injuries sustained from the other seven that were reported as having injuries.

It was reported that the road restrictions were put in place from 21^st. Avenue to Van Buren while the Police continued their investigation.

Red-light running is a big concern in Arizona. Statistics show that Arizona has the highest rate per capita of fatalities as a result of drivers running red lights. About 46% of the red-light running fatalities were passengers or people in other vehicles. Over 5% involve pedestrians or cyclists who met their deaths as a result of a red light run accident. Statistics also show that 35% of these deaths involved the drivers who ran the red lights.